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Based on the true story of fiery, tempestuous actress, Olive Bodill. Soon after Olive and her actor/writer husband, Tony, celebrate their 16th wedding anniversary Olive discovers that she has a malignant breast cancer. Once so strong and independent, Olive now becomes dependent on Tony who himself relies so much on her energy and decisiveness. But with his help Olive confronts her death, and in what has been a marriage of opposites, with all the attendant difficulties, the partners are fused finally in a bond of love.
Cast
Kerry McGuire
as Olive
Nick Tate
as Tony
Paddy Costa
as Gillian
Peter McLoughlin
as Chris
Cathy Richardson
as Wendy
Michael Turkich
as Stewart
Owen Weingott
as Vincent
Lyn James
as Doreen
Elaine Lee
as Elaine
Andreas Klein
as Wendy's boyfriend
Hans Farkash
as Dr Zibac
Moya O'Sullivan
as Saleslady
Alison Chambers
as Cashier
Mary Regan
as Sister Kelly
Richard Meikle
as Mr Crawford
Colleen Clifford
as Mrs Lawson
Heather Christie
as Sister Snow
Leanne Geerin
as Nurse 1
Don Chapman
as Dr Tennant
Franco Valentino
as Foodman
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Stream Olive online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about movie movie originally produced in English and released in 1987, it's earned a solid 0.0/10 from 0 viewers worldwide.
About Olive
Based on the true story of fiery, tempestuous actress, Olive Bodill. Soon after Olive and her actor/writer husband, Tony, celebrate their 16th wedding anniversary Olive discovers that she has a malignant breast cancer. Once so strong and independent, Olive now becomes dependent on Tony who himself relies so much on her energy and decisiveness. But with his help Olive confronts her death, and in what has been a marriage of opposites, with all the attendant difficulties, the partners are fused finally in a bond of love. Running 93 minutes.
Olive Cast and Characters
The cast features Kerry McGuire (as Olive), Nick Tate (as Tony), Paddy Costa (as Gillian), Peter McLoughlin (as Chris), and Cathy Richardson (as Wendy). Their performances are a major reason Olive has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Olive Online
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▶ Watch Olive NowWhy People Are Watching Olive
Olive flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Olive
Where can I watch Olive online for free?
You can watch Olive online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Olive?
Olive runs for 93 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Olive good? What's the rating?
Olive holds a 0.0/10 rating based on 0 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Olive?
The main cast includes Kerry McGuire, Nick Tate, Paddy Costa, and Peter McLoughlin, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Olive available in English?
Yes — Olive was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Olive released?
Olive was released in 1987.
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Where can I watch Olive for free?
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What is Olive about?
Olive is English-language film. Based on the true story of fiery, tempestuous actress, Olive Bodill. Soon after Olive and her actor/writer husband, Tony, celebrate their 16th wedding anniversary Olive discovers that she has a malignant breast cancer. Once so strong and independent, Olive now becomes dependent on Tony who himself relies so much on her energy and decisiveness. But with his help Olive confronts her death, and in what has been a marriage of opposites, with all the attendant difficulties, the partners are fused finally in a bond of love.
When was Olive released?
Olive was released on December 1, 1987. It has a runtime of 1h 33m.
Who stars in Olive?
Olive stars Kerry McGuire, Nick Tate, Paddy Costa and Peter McLoughlin. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Olive available in HD?
Yes, Olive is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.