Topsy-Turvy
"Gilbert & Sullivan & So Much More"
Originally released in 1999. Topsy-Turvy is a drama/music film. directed by Mike Leigh. With a runtime of 2h 40m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jim Broadbent, Allan Corduner, and Timothy Spall
Synopsis
For nearly a decade, Gilbert and Sullivan’s collaborations have delighted the English people. But in 1884, as a London heat wave cuts into the theater trade, their latest work, "Princess Ida", receives lukewarm press. In an effort to reconcile their creative differences and drawing inspiration from Japanese culture, they went on to create the hit opera "The Mikado", one of the duo's greatest successes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 15, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
2h 40m
160 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (161 votes)
Budget
$10.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$7.8M
0.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Jim Broadbent
as W. S. Gilbert
Allan Corduner
as Sir Arthur Sullivan
Timothy Spall
as Richard Temple (The Mikado)
Lesley Manville
as Lucy Gilbert
Ron Cook
as Richard D'Oyly Carte
Wendy Nottingham
as Helen Lenoir
Kevin McKidd
as Durward Lely (Nanki-Poo)
Shirley Henderson
as Leonora Braham (Yum-Yum)
Dorothy Atkinson
as Jessie Bond
Martin Savage
as George Grossmith
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,500,000
- Revenue
- $7,804,439
Production Companies
- Thin Man Films
- The Greenlight Fund
- Newmarket Capital Group
- Simon Channing-Williams Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Topsy-Turvy about?
For nearly a decade, Gilbert and Sullivan’s collaborations have delighted the English people. But in 1884, as a London heat wave cuts into the theater trade, their latest work, "Princess Ida", re...
Who directed Topsy-Turvy?
Topsy-Turvy was directed by Mike Leigh.
How long is Topsy-Turvy?
Topsy-Turvy has a runtime of 2 hours and 40 minutes (160 minutes total).
When was Topsy-Turvy released?
Topsy-Turvy was released on December 15, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Topsy-Turvy?
The main cast of Topsy-Turvy includes Jim Broadbent, Allan Corduner, Timothy Spall, Lesley Manville, Ron Cook.
Is Topsy-Turvy worth watching?
Topsy-Turvy has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 161 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.