Storyline
An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician.
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Cast & Crew
Robert Downey Jr.
Robert Merivel
Meg Ryan
Katharine
Sam Neill
King Charles II
David Thewlis
John Pearce
Hugh Grant
Elias Finn
Polly Walker
Celia Clemence
Ian McKellen
Will Gates
Ian McDiarmid
Ambrose
Mary MacLeod
Midwife
Willie Ross
Man with Visible Heart
Benjamin Whitrow
Merivel's Father
Roger Ashton-Griffiths
Mr. Bung
Frequently Asked Questions
Restoration was released on December 29, 1995.
The runtime of Restoration is 1h 57m.
Restoration is a Drama, Romance movie.
Restoration has a rating of 6.1 out of 10 on TMDB.
Restoration is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Restoration was directed by Michael Hoffman.
The main cast of Restoration includes Robert Downey Jr., Meg Ryan, Sam Neill.
Restoration is originally in English.