Persuasion

1h 33m · 2007 · Directed by Adrian Shergold · 3.5 / 5 on Letterboxd

Persuasion (2007) runs 1h 33m, directed by Adrian Shergold. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Anne Elliot was once in love with Frederick Wentworth, a commander in the Royal Navy who was rejected by her snobby parents eight years ago. When the family hits hard times and are forced to rent out their mansion to his brother-in-law, Frederick returns as a captain - but will he remember Anne?

Genres: Drama, Romance, TV Movie

Where to watch: Prime Video, Hulu (US, checked 9 July 2026)