Jane Eyre Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Sep. 6, 2014

Jane Eyre

Release Date: Friday, March 11, 2011 NYC/LA

Director: Cary Joji Fukunaga

Starring: Michael Fassbender • Jamie Bell • Judi Dench • Imogen Poots • Sally Hawkins

PG-13 Drama N/A

3.97 / 5.0

88% WILL SEE 12% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: In the story, Jane Eyre (Mia Wasikowska) flees Thornfield House, where she works as a governess for wealthy Edward Rochester (Michael Fassbender). As she reflects upon the people and emotions that have defined her, it is clear that the isolated and imposing residence – and Mr. Rochester’s coldness – have sorely tested the young woman’s resilience, forged years earlier when she was orphaned. She must now act decisively to secure her own future and come to terms with the past that haunts her – and the terrible secret that Mr. Rochester is hiding and that she has uncovered.

Drama Romance

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Who stars in Jane Eyre – Cast List

Michael Fassbender
Black Bag, X-Men: First Class
Jamie Bell
Nymphomaniac: Part One, Rocketman
Judi Dench
Pride & Prejudice, Skyfall
Imogen Poots
The Chronology of Water, Hedda
S
Sally Hawkins
Wonka, Bring Her Back
H
Harry Lloyd
The Wife, The Iron Lady

Who is making Jane Eyre – Crew List

A look at Jane Eyre behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Cary Joji Fukunaga last helmed No Time to Die and Maniac. The film's writer Moira Buffini last penned The Dig and Byzantium.

Director: Cary Joji Fukunaga
Screenwriter: Moira Buffini
Producers: Alison Owen
Paul Trijbits

Studios: Focus Features
Production Company: BBC Films
Ruby Films

Production – What we know about the Jane Eyre

Key Facts

An adaptation of "Jane Eyre" based on the 19th century romance by Charlotte Bronte. "Jane Eyre" is one of the most adapted novels in English literature, with at least 20 previous film or TV versions.

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Nov 2010

Completed

Changed Jane Eyre movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

May 2010

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

Dec 2009

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Filming set for March 2010

Oct 2009

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned for some thematic elements including a nude image and brief violent content
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Jane Eyre Trailers and Clips

Jane Eyre

Theatrical Trailer

Jane Eyre Release Date: When was the film released?

Jane Eyre was released in New York / Los Angeles on Friday, March 11 , 2011. The film was released in approximately 4 theaters. There were eight other movies released on the same date, including Battle: Los Angeles, Red Riding Hood and Mars Needs Moms!.