Romola Garai plays Anne, Bill Nighy plays Sir Richard, and Hugh Bonneville plays Gilbert in this 2009 British family drama set in the tense summer before WWII.
Main cast
- Anne KeyesRomola GaraiMain
- Sir Richard KeyesBill NighyMain
- Gilbert KeyesHugh BonnevilleMain
- WalterSam WestMain
Supporting cast
- Michael WaltonCharlie CoxSupp
- Maude KeyesJulie ChristieSupp
- HectorDavid TennantSupp
- Ralph KeyesToby StephensSupp
- BalcombeChristopher LeeSupp
- CeliaJuno TempleSupp
Guest & voice
- Miss FarnhamJenny AgutterGuest
- Lord RawlinsonJeremy NorthamGuest
- Uncle PeterCorin RedgraveGuest
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About this cast
Glorious 39 is a 2009 British psychological drama film directed by Stephen Poliakoff. Set in the summer of 1939, it follows Anne Keyes, a young woman from an aristocratic family, who stumbles upon a government cover-up implicating her own family in appeasement policies, leading to a tense and paranoid thriller. The film features a strong ensemble cast led by Romola Garai, Bill Nighy, and Julie…
FAQs
Who plays Anne in Glorious 39?
Romola Garai plays Anne Keyes, the central character.
Who plays Sir Richard Keyes in Glorious 39?
Bill Nighy plays Sir Richard Keyes, Anne’s father.
Is Glorious 39 based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional drama, though it is set against the real historical backdrop of the lead-up to World War II and explores themes of appeasement and family secrets.
Who directed Glorious 39?
The film was written and directed by Stephen Poliakoff.
Where can I watch Glorious 39?
In the UK, it was originally a BBC Films release and is available on DVD and various streaming platforms; check current availability on services like Amazon Prime, BBC iPlayer, or BritBox.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026