Movie
Restoration
“An ordinary man, an irresistible offer. In a world of seduction and power, temptation has its price.”
6.1/10
1995
1h 57m
en
Drama
Romance
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.
Director
Michael Hoffman
Writers
Rose Termain, Rupert Walters
Movie Information
Release Date
December 29, 1995
Runtime
1h 57m
Status
Released
Original Language
en
Vote Count
132
Production
