---
title: "A Handful of Dust"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-handful-of-dust-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 46021
imdb_id: "tt0095274"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 118
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 43
content_rating: "PG"
---

# A Handful of Dust (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-handful-of-dust-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Handful of Dust is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Romance, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Handful of Dust, Stagescreen Productions, Compact Yellowbill. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Cohen Media Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | ITVX Premium | ITVX, Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Britbox Apple TV channel | SBS On Demand | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Charles Sturridge
- **Networks / Studios**: Handful of Dust, Stagescreen Productions, Compact Yellowbill

## Key Cast Continuity

- **James Wilby** as *Tony Last*
- **Kristin Scott Thomas** as *Brenda Last*
- **Rupert Graves** as *John Beaver*
- **Pip Torrens** as *Jock Grant-Menzies*
- **Judi Dench** as *Mrs. Beaver*
- **Alec Guinness** as *Mr. Todd*
- **Beatie Edney** as *Marjorie*
- **Christopher Godwin** as *Dr. Messinger*
- **Jackson Kyle** as *John Andrew*
- **Anjelica Huston** as *Mrs. Rattery*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Handful of Dust online?
A Handful of Dust is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Cohen Media Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Handful of Dust worth watching?
A Handful of Dust holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Handful of Dust and when was it released?
A Handful of Dust is a feature film with a runtime of 118 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust was directed by Charles Sturridge.

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