---
title: "Herself"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/herself-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 653708
imdb_id: "tt9902160"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 123
content_rating: "R"
---

# Herself (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/herself-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Herself is a drama film released in 2020. The film was directed by Phyllida Lloyd and features a screenplay written by Malcolm Campbell and Clare Dunne. The cast includes Clare Dunne, Harriet Walter, Conleth Hill, Molly McCann, Ruby Rose O'Hara, and Ian Lloyd Anderson. The story follows a young mother who escapes her abusive husband and fights back against a broken housing system. Struggling to provide her daughters with a safe and happy home, Sandra decides to build one from scratch. Using all her ingenuity to make her ambitious dream a reality, she draws together a community to lend a helping hand to build her house. In the process, she rebuilds her life, rediscovers herself, and ultimately recovers her own sense of self.

## 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 | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | BFI Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | JustWatch TV Store, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Phyllida Lloyd
- **Networks / Studios**: Element Pictures, BBC Film, Merman

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Clare Dunne** as *Sandra*
- **Molly McCann** as *Molly*
- **Ruby Rose O'Hara** as *Emma*
- **Ian Lloyd Anderson** as *Gary*
- **Shadaan Felfeli** as *Shop Keeper*
- **Harriet Walter** as *Peggy*
- **Cathy Belton** as *Jo*
- **Art Kearns** as *John the Pub Landlord*
- **Ericka Roe** as *Amy*
- **Anita Petry** as *Rosa*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Herself worth watching?
Herself holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 123 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Herself and when was it released?
Herself is a feature film with a runtime of 97 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Herself?
Herself was directed by Phyllida Lloyd.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Herself — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/653708)
- [Herself (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herself_(film))
- [Herself (2020) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/653708-herself/cast)
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- [Herself (2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9902160/)
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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*