Mary Reilly

If you want a drama that takes its characters as seriously as its plot, Mary Reilly is available on streaming right now. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 348 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Julia Roberts anchors it with a performance that rewards close attention. There is no real reason to keep putting it off.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Mary Reilly earns its spot. Mary Reilly takes its time building the world its characters inhabit, and the patience pays off. A housemaid falls in love with Dr. Jekyll and his darkly mysterious counterpart, Mr. Hyde. The performances from Julia Roberts and John Malkovich give it more weight than the premise alone would suggest. Mary Reilly came out in 1996. What elevates Mary Reilly is a refusal to let any character off the hook too easily. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Drama fans who appreciate slow-burn storytelling will feel right at home with Mary Reilly. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Julia Roberts anchors a cast that never overplays its hand. The kind of drama that stays with you well after the finale.

Mary Reilly was released in 1996, directed by Stephen Frears. The full 108-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.