Restoration (1995)
An ordinary man, an irresistible offer. In a world of seduction and power, temptation has its price.
An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician.
Cast
- Robert Downey Jr. - Robert Merivel
- Meg Ryan - Katharine
- Sam Neill - King Charles II
- David Thewlis - John Pearce
- Hugh Grant - Elias Finn
- Polly Walker - Celia Clemence
- Ian McKellen - Will Gates
- Ian McDiarmid - Ambrose
- Mary MacLeod - Midwife
- Willie Ross - Man with Visible Heart
Screenplay
Keywords
jealousy, court, fountain, medicine, wealth, spaniel, gloves, 17th century, british monarchy
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Restoration about?
- An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician.
- Who directed Restoration?
- Restoration was directed by Michael Hoffman.
- Who stars in Restoration?
- Restoration stars Robert Downey Jr., Meg Ryan, Sam Neill, David Thewlis, Hugh Grant, Polly Walker.
- How long is Restoration?
- Restoration has a runtime of 1h 57m (117 minutes).
- What genre is Restoration?
- Restoration is a Drama, Romance film.
- What is the budget of Restoration?
- Restoration had a budget of $19M.
- How much did Restoration gross?
- Restoration grossed $4M worldwide.
- Where was Restoration produced?
- Restoration was produced in United States of America.