---
title: "Basil"
year: 1998
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/basil-1998"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 37613
imdb_id: "tt0118686"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 32
content_rating: "R"
---

# Basil (1998) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/basil-1998

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Basil is a film first released in 1998. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The CW, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Pluto TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video, YouTube, Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Radha Bharadwaj

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jared Leto** as *Basil*
- **Christian Slater** as *John Mannion*
- **Claire Forlani** as *Julia Sherwin*
- **Rachel Pickup** as *Clara Fairfax*
- **Derek Jacobi** as *Father Frederick*
- **David Ross** as *Mr. Sherwin*
- **Crispin Bonham-Carter** as *Ralph*
- **Jenny Downham** as *Anna, Ralph's Wife*
- **Stephanie Bagshaw** as *Emma Mannion*
- **Christopher Owen** as *Father Mannion*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Basil online?
Basil is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Basil worth watching?
Basil holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 32 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Basil and when was it released?
Basil is a feature film with a runtime of 113 minutes. It was released in 1998. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Basil?
Basil was directed by Radha Bharadwaj.

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