Adam Bede
Synopsis
Rich and languorous, this adaptation of George Eliot's classic tale perfectly evokes rural England in the 18th Century. But beneath the tranquil surface of this pastoral idyll run deep passions and the bitter gall of betrayal.
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Iain Glen
Adam Bede
Patsy Kensit
Hetty Sorrel
Susannah Harker
Dinah Morris
James Wilby
Arthur Donnithorne
Julia McKenzie
Mrs. Poyser
Robert Stephens
Reverend Irwine
Jean Marsh
Lisbeth Bede
Freddie Jones
Old Squire
Michael Percival
Court Official
Edward Jewesbury
Judge
Brian Osborne
Jury Spokesman
Paul Brooke
Martin Poyser
Tacita Haffenden
Totty Poyser
Chase Marks
Tommy Poyser
William Holmes
Marty Poyser
Alan Cox
Seth Bede
Michael Robbins
Thias Bede
Jonathan Coy
Pym
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giles Foster
- Screenplay & Story
- Maggie Wadey
- Original Score
- Richard Hartley
- Original Title
- Adam Bede
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giles Foster
Maggie Wadey, George Eliot
Richard Hartley
Rex Maidment
Dick Allen
Richard Broke, Peter Goodchild
Department Leadership Roster
Giles Foster
Director
Maggie Wadey
Screenplay
Peter Goodchild
Producer
Dick Allen
Editor
Rex Maidment
Director of Photography
Paul Joel
Production Design
Sheena Napier
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Adam Bede
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Adam Bede about?
Rich and languorous, this adaptation of George Eliot's classic tale perfectly evokes rural England in the 18th Century. But beneath the tranquil surface of this pastoral idyll run deep passions and the bitter gall of betrayal.
Who directed Adam Bede?
Adam Bede was directed by Giles Foster.
Who stars in Adam Bede?
The principal cast of Adam Bede includes Iain Glen, Patsy Kensit, Susannah Harker, James Wilby, Julia McKenzie.
When was Adam Bede released and how long is it?
Adam Bede was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Adam Bede?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Adam Bede was composed by Richard Hartley.
Is Adam Bede based on a book or true story?
Adam Bede is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "George Eliot".