The movie “Mr. Turner” (2014) is a dramatic biography that takes us through the life of unconventional British artist J.M.W. Turner and his romantic relationship with a seaside landlady. The film showcases Turner’s artistic journey and the recognition he received for his unique art. This article will delve into where this movie was filmed, who portrayed the characters, and interesting trivia and behind-the-scenes facts.
Where it Filmed?
“Mr. Turner” was filmed in various picturesque locations across England. The movie locations include Kingsand in Cornwall, Wentworth Woodhouse in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, the Luton Hoo Estate in Bedfordshire, Watford in Hertfordshire and Petworth House and Park in West Sussex. Precise filming dates are not available for this film.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Timothy Spall | JMW Turner |
| Paul Jesson | William Turner Snr |
| Dorothy Atkinson | Hannah Danby |
| Marion Bailey | Sophia Booth |
| Karl Johnson | Mr Booth |
| Ruth Sheen | Sarah Danby |
| Sandy Foster | Evelina |
| Amy Dawson | Georgiana |
| Lesley Manville | Mary Somerville |
| Martin Savage | Benjamin Robert Haydon |
| Richard Bremmer | George Jones |
| Niall Buggy | John Carew |
| Fred Pearson | Sir William Beechey |
| Tom Edden | CR Leslie |
| Jamie Thomas King | David Roberts |
| Mark Stanley | Clarkson Stanfield |
| Nicholas Jones | Sir John Soane |
| Clive Francis | Sir Martin Archer Shee |
| Robert Portal | Sir Charles Eastlake |
| Simon Chandler | Sir Augustus Wall Callcott |
| Edward de Souza | Thomas Stothard |
| Roger Ashton-Griffiths | Henry William Pickersgill |
| James Fleet | John Constable |
| Patrick Godfrey | Lord Egremont |
| Karina Fernandez | Miss Coggins |
| Alice Bailey Johnson | Young Lady Singer |
| Alice Orr-Ewing | Second Young Lady |
| Veronica Roberts | Lady Stuckley |
| Richard Dixon | Mr Manners |
| Michael Keane | Clergyman |
| James Norton | Clarinettist |
| David Ryall | Footman |
| Nicola Sloane | Brothel Keeper |
| Kate O’Flynn | Prostitute |
| Joshua McGuire | John Ruskin |
| Stuart McQuarrie | Ruskin’s Father |
| Sylvestra Le Touzel | Ruskin’s Mother |
| Eleanor Yates | Ruskin’s Wife |
| Fenella Woolgar | Lady Eastlake |
| Richard Cordery | Dinner Guest |
| David Horovitch | Dr Price |
| Leo Bill | JE Mayall |
| James Dryden | Cornelius |
| Tom Wlaschiha | Prince Albert |
| Peter Wight | Joseph Gillott |
| Marcello Magni | Colourman |
| Mark Wingett | Mariner |
| Ruby Bentall | Unhappy Couple |
| Lee Ingleby | Unhappy Couple |
| Sam Kelly | Theatre Actors |
| Oliver Maltman | Theatre Actors |
| Pearl Chanda | Theatre Actors |
| Ned Derrington | Theatre Actors |
| Phil Elstob | Theatre Actors |
| Peter Hannah | Theatre Actors |
| Francesca Zoutewelle | Theatre Actors |
| Billy Holland | Boy Actor |
| Michael Culkin | Gentleman Critics |
| Vincent Franklin | Gentleman Critics |
| Nicholas Woodeson | Gentleman Critics |
| Elizabeth Berrington | Lady Critics |
| Eileen Davies | Lady Critics |
| Bob Goody | Gallery Visitors |
| Terrence Hardiman | Gallery Visitors |
| Theresa Watson | Gallery Visitors |
| Angela Curran | Neighbours |
| Amanda Lawrence | Hannah’s Friend |
| Judith Amsenga | Dutch Ladies |
| Helen Cooper | Dutch Ladies |
| Oliver Andrews-Waller | Child (uncredited) |
| Lasco Atkins | Market Customer (uncredited) |
| Felipe Ayres | Courtier (uncredited) |
| Francesca Bennett | Village Woman (uncredited) |
| John Duggan | Theatre Patron (uncredited) |
| Joyia Fitch | Dead Girl (uncredited) |
| Robert J. Fraser | Art Student (uncredited) |
| Raymond Glen | Steamship Passenger (uncredited) |
| Janet Henfrey | Janet (uncredited) |
| Emily Keston | Courtier (uncredited) |
| Stuart Matthews | Market Trader (uncredited) |
| Andrew Paxton-Gray | Middle Class Gentleman (uncredited) |
| Janette Sharpe | Market Trader (uncredited) |
| Tamara Sharpe | Granddaughter / Market Trader (uncredited) |
| Paul Simmons | London Bobby (uncredited) |
| Paul Stockman | Juror (uncredited) |
| TyLean Tuijl | Steamship Passenger (uncredited) |
| Angie Wallis | Mrs Beaumont (uncredited) |
| John Warman | Eastlake Servant (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
Timothy Spall delivered an impressive performance as JMW Turner, while other characters like William Turner Snr, Hannah Danby, Sophia Booth, Mr Booth, Sarah Danby, Evelina, Georgiana, Mary Somerville, Benjamin Robert Haydon, George Jones, John Carew, and Sir William Beechey were portrayed by Paul Jesson, Dorothy Atkinson, Marion Bailey, Karl Johnson, Ruth Sheen, Sandy Foster, Amy Dawson, Lesley Manville, Martin Savage, Richard Bremmer, Niall Buggy, and Fred Pearson respectively. The film was successfully directed and written by Mike Leigh. This noteworthy film was nominated for four Oscars and received another 20 wins and 67 nominations.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Wentworth Woodhouse, Wentworth, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England, UK
- Latitude: 53.47427589999999
- Longitude: -1.4046514
- Place ID: ChIJw3BDeLBweUgRRB1tILrjn5I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Wentworth Woodhouse, Wentworth, Rotherham S62 7TQ, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: Luton Hoo Estate, Luton, Bedfordshire, England, UK
- Latitude: 51.8451678
- Longitude: -0.3996014000000001
- Place ID: ChIJoQgm4uBHdkgR0YwJiAcqdvo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Luton Hoo Estate, Farm Rd, Luton LU1 3TQ, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: Watford, Hertfordshire, England, UK
- Latitude: 51.66112829999999
- Longitude: -0.3970199
- Place ID: ChIJW8P8CMkUdkgR8TSX67MbUl0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Watford, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: Petworth House and Park, West Sussex, England, UK
- Latitude: 50.988319
- Longitude: -0.6107195
- Place ID: ChIJjW9opUm2dUgRochdk41aeys
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: National Trust – Petworth House and Park, Petworth GU28 9LR, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
