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The Lady in the Van

PG-1320151h 44mNicholas Hytner
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"A mostly true story"

The true story of the relationship between Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins who ‘temporarily’ parked her van in Bennett’s London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years.

ComedyDrama
VanLondon, EnglandBased On Novel Or BookEnglandHomelessnessBiographyBased On True StoryAlter EgoPoverty

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Lady in the Van (2015) about?

The true story of the relationship between Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins who ‘temporarily’ parked her van in Bennett’s London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years.

Who stars in The Lady in the Van?

The Lady in the Van stars Maggie Smith (Miss Shepherd), Alex Jennings (Alan Bennett), Frances de la Tour (Ursula Vaughan Williams), Gwen Taylor (Mam), Dominic Cooper (Theatre Actor). The film was directed by Nicholas Hytner.

How long is The Lady in the Van?

The Lady in the Van has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2015. It is rated PG-13.

Where can I watch The Lady in the Van?

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