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A Passionate Woman

A Passionate Woman

Genres

Drama

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1950s period drama based on the true story of a housewife and mother whose life is turned upside down by a handsome Polish man at her local dance hall.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

6.4/10

Release Date

06 September 2025

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Sue Johnston

Sue Johnston

Betty (1980s)

Billie Piper

Billie Piper

Betty (1950s)

Joe Armstrong

Joe Armstrong

Donald (1950s)

Alun Armstrong

Alun Armstrong

Donald (1980s)

Theo James

Theo James

Craze

Kelly Harrison

Kelly Harrison

Moira

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