Withnail and I is a 1987 British black comedy film written and directed by Bruce Robinson in his directorial debut. Loosely based on Robinson's life in London in the late 1960s, the plot follows two u
Original UK release poster Art by Ralph Steadman
"Marwood"? A telegram arrives at Crow Crag (named High Cragg on the envelope).
Sleddale Hall, the location used as Monty's cottage. This photo dates from 2007. The hall was restored in 2011–2012.
"The King Henry" played by the Crown Inn. The great elm tree outside the pub and shown in the film subsequently died of Dutch Elm Disease and has been replaced.
Richard Thomas Griffiths was an English actor. He was known for his portrayals of Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter films, Uncle Monty in Withnail and I, and Henry Crabbe in Pie in the Sky. He receiv
Withnail and I
…who share a flat in Camden Town in 1969. They plan a weekend holiday at a Lake District cottage owned by Withnail's wealthy eccentric uncle Monty (Richard Griffiths), though the holiday proves less recuperative than expected. Withnail and I was Grant's film debut and breakout role. Featuring supporting performances…
Griffiths as Vernon Dursley in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)
Griffiths at the 61st British Academy Film Awards in 2007