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Restoration is a 1995 historical drama film directed by Michael Hoffman from a screenplay by Rupert Walters, based on the 1989 novel of the same title by Rose Tremain. It stars Robert Downey Jr. as a 17th-century medical student exploited by King Charles II.
Feb 2, 1996 · Robert Downey Jr. stars as a royal doctor who falls in love with a poor woman in 17th century London. The film is based on a novel by Rose Tremain and won two Oscars for its costumes and art direction.
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- Biography, Drama, History
- Michael Hoffman
- 1996-02-02
In order to keep one of his mistresses, Celia (Polly Walker), at arm's length, King Charles II (Sam Neill) asks the royal physician, Robert Merivel (Robert Downey Jr.), to marry her under the...
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- Michael Hoffman
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- Robert Downey Jr.
Jan 26, 1996 · Robert Downey Jr. stars as a physician who becomes a royal mistress and a country knight in 17th century England. The film depicts the sensual excess, the plague and the fire of the Stuart court, and the maturation of Merivel.
71% Tomatometer. Rating. Eligible. info. Add to wishlist. play_arrow Trailer. info Watch in a web browser or on supported devices Learn More. About this movie. arrow_forward. Robert Merivel...