---
title: "Damage"
year: 1992
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/damage-1992"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 11012
imdb_id: "tt0104237"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 111
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 709
content_rating: "R"
---

# Damage (1992) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/damage-1992

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Damage is a 1992 romantic psychological drama film directed and produced by Louis Malle. The film is a British-French production based on the 1991 novel of the same name by Josephine Hart, with the screenplay adapted by David Hare. The cast includes Jeremy Irons, Juliette Binoche, Miranda Richardson, Rupert Graves, and Ian Bannen. The story follows a respected British politician at the height of his career whose life begins to crumble when he becomes obsessed with his son's lover. The narrative centers on this middle-aged, married Member of Parliament who engages in an affair with his son's girlfriend despite the obvious dangers involved in the relationship. Originally assigned an NC-17 rating, the film was later edited to receive an R rating. The title refers to the loss or harm resulting from injury to a person, property, or reputation. The film explores the consequences of the politician's actions as his personal and professional life are impacted by his choices.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A respected British politician faces ruin after becoming obsessed with his own son's lover."

### Why Watch
- compelling lead performances
- tense narrative exploration of obsession

### Caveats & Content Note
- features highly provocative subject matter
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains mature themes and sexual content originally rated NC-17.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: erotic, psychological, dramatic, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, MUBI Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Australia (AU)** | MUBI | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Louis Malle
- **Networks / Studios**: Skreba Films, Film4 Productions, Le Studio Canal+

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jeremy Irons** as *Dr. Stephen Fleming*
- **Juliette Binoche** as *Anna Barton*
- **Miranda Richardson** as *Ingrid Fleming*
- **Rupert Graves** as *Martyn Fleming*
- **Peter Stormare** as *Peter Wetzler*
- **Gemma Clarke** as *Sally Fleming*
- **Ian Bannen** as *Edward Lloyd*
- **Julian Fellowes** as *Donald Lyndsay, MP*
- **Leslie Caron** as *Elizabeth Prideaux*
- **Tony Doyle** as *Prime Minister*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Louis Malle.

### Q: Is the movie based on a book?
Yes, the film is an adaptation of the 1991 novel Damage by Josephine Hart.

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
The film stars Jeremy Irons, Juliette Binoche, Miranda Richardson, Rupert Graves, and Ian Bannen.

### Q: What is the film's genre?
It is classified as a romantic psychological drama and an erotic drama.

### Q: Was the film edited for its rating?
Yes, the film was originally rated NC-17 and was later edited to receive an R rating.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Damage (1992 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damage_(1992_film))
- [DAMAGE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/damage)
- [Damage 1992 Romance/Drama Full Movie Facts & Review ... - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hizsLHJ5Rl8)
- [DAMAGE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/damage)
- [Damage (1992) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104237/)
- [Damage (1992 movie) - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damage_(1992_movie))

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