The Thirteenth Tale
Originally released in 2013. The Thirteenth Tale is a tv movie/drama film. directed by James Kent.
Starring Vanessa Redgrave, Olivia Colman, and Robert Pugh
Synopsis
Biographer Margaret Lea travels to the isolated rural mansion of the famous writer Vida Winter, who asks her to write her biography. Although initially she is reluctant, as Vida is known for constantly distorting the facts of her life, Margaret soon becomes fascinated with the story of a dark childhood, a disturbing tale that leads her to finally confront the traumas of her own past.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 30, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (67 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Vanessa Redgrave
as Vida Winter
Olivia Colman
as Margaret
Robert Pugh
as John the Dig
Alexandra Roach
as Hester Barrow
Steven Mackintosh
as Dr. Clifton
Tom Goodman-Hill
as Dr. Mawsley
Sophie Turner
as Young Adeline / Vida
Antonia Clarke
as Young Emmeline
Michael Jibson
as Charlie Angelfield
Emily Beecham
as Isabelle March
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dayday Films
- Heyday Films
- BBC
- NFH Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Thirteenth Tale about?
Biographer Margaret Lea travels to the isolated rural mansion of the famous writer Vida Winter, who asks her to write her biography. Although initially she is reluctant, as Vida is known for consta...
Who directed The Thirteenth Tale?
The Thirteenth Tale was directed by James Kent.
How long is The Thirteenth Tale?
The Thirteenth Tale has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Thirteenth Tale released?
The Thirteenth Tale was released on December 30, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Thirteenth Tale?
The main cast of The Thirteenth Tale includes Vanessa Redgrave, Olivia Colman, Robert Pugh, Alexandra Roach, Steven Mackintosh.