Monday Morning Maybe

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The Happy Prince

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2018 | 101 min | Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop, almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 41 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

In 1895, Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was the most famous writer in London, and Bosie Douglas, son of the notorious Marquess of Queensberry, was his lover. Accused and convicted of gross indecency, he was imprisoned for two years and subjected to hard labor. Once free, he abandons England to live in France, where he will spend his last years, haunted by memories of the past, poverty and immense sadness.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    72% on Rotten Tomatoes, 64 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.2 out of 10

  • AwardsBelow par

    Nominated for 1 Berlin award.

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $3 million worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 23K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Rupert Everett

  • Rupert EverettOscar Wilde
  • Colin FirthReggie Turner
  • Emily WatsonConstance Wilde
  • Colin MorganAlfred 'Bosie' Douglas
  • Edwin ThomasRobbie Ross
  • Franca AbategiovanniFelice's Mother
  • Alister CameronMr. Howard
  • Anna ChancellorMrs. Arbuthnott
  • Béatrice DalleCafé Concert Manager
  • Tom ColleyMaurice Gilbert