Far from the Madding Crowd

Based on the literary classic by Thomas Hardy, FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD is the story of independent, beautiful and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene (Carey Mulligan), who attracts three very different suitors; Gabriel Oak (Matthias Schonaerts), a sheep farmer, captivated by her fetching willfulness; Frank Troy (Tom Sturridge), a handsome and reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood (Michael Sheen), a prosperous and mature bachelor. This timeless story of Bathsheba’s choices and passions explores the nature of relationships and love, as well as the human ability to overcome hardships through resilience and perseverance.

• Directed By

  Thomas Vinterberg

• Written By

  David Nicholls

• Produced By

  Andrew MacDonald, Allon Reich

• Cast

  Carey Mulligan, Juno Temple, Matthias Schoenaerts, Michael Sheen, Tom Sturridge