---
title: "Persuasion"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/persuasion-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 13949
imdb_id: "tt0844330"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 289
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Persuasion (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/persuasion-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Persuasion is a 2007 television movie categorized within the drama and romance genres. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes. The narrative centers on Anne Elliot, a woman who previously shared a romantic connection with Frederick Wentworth. Eight years prior to the events of the film, Wentworth was a commander in the Royal Navy, but he was rejected by Anne Elliot's parents due to their social standing. The plot follows the family as they encounter financial difficulties, eventually forcing them to rent out their mansion to Wentworth's brother-in-law. Following this development, Frederick Wentworth returns to the area as a captain in the Royal Navy. The story explores whether he will remember his past relationship with Anne Elliot after their long separation. The film is an adaptation of the work of Jane Austen. It was released in the United States on January 13, 2008, and holds a PG rating.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Passionflix Amazon Channel | Kanopy, BYUtv | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | BritBox Amazon Channel, BritBox, Britbox Apple TV channel | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | BritBox, Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Adrian Shergold
- **Networks / Studios**: Clerkenwell Films, GBH

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sally Hawkins** as *Anne Elliot*
- **Rupert Penry-Jones** as *Captain Wentworth*
- **Alice Krige** as *Lady Russell*
- **Tobias Menzies** as *William Elliot*
- **Anthony Stewart Head** as *Sir Walter Elliot*
- **Julia Davis** as *Elizabeth Elliot*
- **Michael Fenton Stevens** as *Mr. Shepherd*
- **Mary Stockley** as *Mrs. Clay*
- **Peter Wight** as *Admiral Croft*
- **Marion Bailey** as *Mrs. Croft*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Persuasion worth watching?
Persuasion holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 289 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Persuasion and when was it released?
Persuasion is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2007. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Persuasion?
Persuasion was directed by Adrian Shergold.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Persuasion — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13949)
- [프라임 비디오: Pretty Persuasion](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0MNN81PEGV2O3FYELA04TG8752)
- [Period Movies Box](http://periodmoviesbox.blogspot.com/2011/08/period-movies-box-northanger-abbey-2007.html)
- [TBT: Persuasion (1995) – Frock Flicks](https://frockflicks.com/tbt-persuasion-1995/)

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