The Electrical Life of Louis Wain
Synopsis
The extraordinary true story of eccentric British artist Louis Wain, whose playful, sometimes even psychedelic pictures helped to transform the public's perception of cats forever.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Electrical Life of Louis Wain - Official Trailer | Prime VideoOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-09-23
Top Cast
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Benedict Cumberbatch
Louis Wain
Claire Foy
Emily Wain
Andrea Riseborough
Caroline Wain
Toby Jones
Sir William Ingram
Sharon Rooney
Josephine Wain
Aimee Lou Wood
Claire Wain
Hayley Squires
Marie Wain
Stacy Martin
Felicie Wain
Phoebe Nicholls
Mrs Wain
Adeel Akhtar
Dan Rider
Asim Chaudhry
Herbert Railton
Taika Waititi
Max Kase
Crystal Clarke
Alicia Simmonds
Daniel Rigby
Bendigo
Richard Ayoade
Henry Wood
Julian Barratt
Dr Elphick
Dorothy Atkinson
Mrs Du Frayne
Nick Cave
H.G. Wells
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 14 DaysCinefest Sudbury
Festival / Special Debut
October 22, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 5, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
July 21, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Will Sharpe
- Screenplay & Story
- Simon Stephenson, Will Sharpe
- Original Score
- Arthur Sharpe
- Original Title
- The Electrical Life of Louis Wain
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- StudioCanal UK, Shoebox Films, Film4 Productions, SunnyMarch
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Will Sharpe
Simon Stephenson, Will Sharpe
Arthur Sharpe
Erik Wilson
Selina Macarthur
Ron Halpern, Ollie Madden, Julia Oh, Dan MacRae, Leah Clarke
Department Leadership Roster
Erik Wilson
Director of Photography
Michael O'Connor
Costume Design
Suzie Davies
Production Design
Selina Macarthur
Editor
Leah Clarke
Producer
Arthur Sharpe
Original Music Composer
Guy Heeley
Producer
Simon Stephenson
Writer
Will Sharpe
Director
Adam Ackland
Producer
Will Sharpe
Writer
Lil Clarke
Producer
Brian Nickels
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is The Electrical Life of Louis Wain about?
The extraordinary true story of eccentric British artist Louis Wain, whose playful, sometimes even psychedelic pictures helped to transform the public's perception of cats forever.
Who directed The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
The Electrical Life of Louis Wain was directed by Will Sharpe.
Who stars in The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
The principal cast of The Electrical Life of Louis Wain includes Benedict Cumberbatch, Claire Foy, Andrea Riseborough, Toby Jones, Sharon Rooney.
When was The Electrical Life of Louis Wain released and how long is it?
The Electrical Life of Louis Wain was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Electrical Life of Louis Wain was composed by Arthur Sharpe.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
The Electrical Life of Louis Wain holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: 18A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).