The Exception (2017)
Movie 1h 47m ★ 7.0/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Dating from 2017, The Exception sits in the drama, romance and war corner of our catalogue. It is directed by David Leveaux. The cast includes Eddie Marsan, Anton Lesser and Ben Daniels. The running time is 1h 47m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.0 out of 10.
Synopsis
Nothing is as it seems in this riveting World War 2 thriller as a wary soldier goes to investigate a mysterious German monarch at his secluded mansion, leading him into a web of deceit and a dangerous love affair with a local Jewish woman.
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Cast & crew
- David LeveauxDirector
- Eddie Marsanas Heinrich Himmler
- Anton Lesseras General Falkenberg
- Ben Danielsas Col Sigurd von Ilsemann
- Jai Courtneyas Capt Stefan Brandt
- Christopher Plummeras Kaiser Wilhelm II
- Janet McTeeras Princess Hermine 'Hermo' Reuss of Greiz
- Lily Jamesas Mieke de Jong
- Martin Savageas Dirksen
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Questions about The Exception
- What genre is The Exception?
- The Exception is categorised as Drama, Romance, War.
- Who stars in The Exception?
- Eddie Marsan, Anton Lesser, Ben Daniels, Jai Courtney, Christopher Plummer appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Exception?
- David Leveaux directed The Exception.
- How long is The Exception?
- The Exception runs for 1h 47m (107 minutes).
- Is The Exception worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Exception?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
