An Education movie poster

An Education

"An education isn't always by the book."

October 29, 2009 1h 40m 6.9/10 (1,390 votes)

Originally released in 2009. An Education is a drama/romance film. directed by Lone Scherfig.

Starring Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard, and Dominic Cooper

Synopsis

Despite her sheltered upbringing, Jenny is a teen with a bright future; she's smart, pretty, and has aspirations of attending Oxford University. When David, a charming but much older suitor, motors into her life in a shiny automobile, Jenny gets a taste of adult life that she won't soon forget.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 29, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (1,390 votes)
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Budget $7.5M Production budget
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Box Office $26.1M 3.5x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$7,500,000
Revenue
$26,100,000

Production Companies

  • BBC Film
  • Wildgaze Films
  • Endgame Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is An Education about?

Despite her sheltered upbringing, Jenny is a teen with a bright future; she's smart, pretty, and has aspirations of attending Oxford University. When David, a charming but much older suitor, motors...

Who directed An Education?

An Education was directed by Lone Scherfig.

How long is An Education?

An Education has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was An Education released?

An Education was released on October 29, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in An Education?

The main cast of An Education includes Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard, Dominic Cooper, Rosamund Pike, Olivia Williams.

Is An Education worth watching?

An Education has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 1,390 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.