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Restoration (1995)

An ordinary man, an irresistible offer. In a world of seduction and power, temptation has its price.

★ 6.1/10 TMDBR1h 57mDramaRomance
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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.

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Restoration Cast

  • Robert Downey Jr.

    Robert Downey Jr.

    as Robert Merivel

  • Meg Ryan

    Meg Ryan

    as Katharine

  • Sam Neill

    Sam Neill

    as King Charles II

  • David Thewlis

    David Thewlis

    as John Pearce

  • Hugh Grant

    Hugh Grant

    as Elias Finn

  • Polly Walker

    Polly Walker

    as Celia Clemence

  • Ian McKellen

    Ian McKellen

    as Will Gates

  • Ian McDiarmid

    Ian McDiarmid

    as Ambrose

  • Mary MacLeod

    Mary MacLeod

    as Midwife

  • Willie Ross

    Willie Ross

    as Man with Visible Heart

  • Benjamin Whitrow

    Benjamin Whitrow

    as Merivel's Father

  • Roger Ashton-Griffiths

    Roger Ashton-Griffiths

    as Mr. Bung

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Restoration is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel in the US.

When was Restoration released?

Restoration came out on December 29, 1995.

Is Restoration worth watching?

Restoration holds a 6.1/10 average from 145 TMDB user ratings. Reactions are mixed, so check the trailer first.

How long is Restoration?

Restoration runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).

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