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C.S. Lewis, a world-renowned writer and professor, leads a passionless life until he meets spirited poet Joy Gresham.
Top billed cast
Anthony HopkinsC. S. 'Jack' Lewis
Debra WingerJoy Gresham
Edward HardwickeWarnie Lewis
John WoodChristopher Riley
Michael DenisonHarry Harrington
Peter FirthDr Craig
Matthew DelamereSimon Chadwick
Julian FellowesDesmond Arding
Julian FirthFather John Fisher
Robert FlemyngClaude Bird
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