Restoration (1995)
Overview
An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician.
Where to watch Restoration
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | fuboTV, Paramount Plus, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Google Play Movies +2 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ | Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | JustWatch TV, Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ | Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | — | Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV |
| Germany | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| France | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Spain | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Italy | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ | Amazon Video, CHILI | Amazon Video, CHILI |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Restoration in 35 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Restoration about?
An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician. Restoration is a Drama, Romance movie, released on 1995-12-29, runtime 117 minutes.
Is Restoration worth watching?
TMDB users rate Restoration 6.1 out of 10 from 145 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Restoration?
In the United States, Restoration streams on fuboTV, Paramount Plus and Paramount Plus Essential and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Michael Hoffman
Cast
- Robert Downey Jr. as Robert Merivel
- Meg Ryan as Katharine
- Sam Neill as King Charles II
- David Thewlis as John Pearce
- Hugh Grant as Elias Finn
- Polly Walker as Celia Clemence
- Ian McKellen as Will Gates
- Ian McDiarmid as Ambrose
- Mary MacLeod as Midwife
- Willie Ross as Man with Visible Heart
- Benjamin Whitrow as Merivel's Father
- Roger Ashton-Griffiths as Mr. Bung
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Sources
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