description Mary Reilly Overview
Mary Reilly is a 1996 gothic horror film based on Valerie Martin’s novel. The story centers around Mary Reilly, Dr. Jekyll's devoted assistant, as she investigates his strange experiments and transformations. Julia Roberts and John Malkovich star in this adaptation written by Christopher Hampton.
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info Mary Reilly Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1996 |
help Mary Reilly FAQ
Is Mary Reilly based on a book?
Yes. The 1996 film adapts Valerie Martin's 1990 novel Mary Reilly, which reimagines Robert Louis Stevenson's 1886 novella Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. [Sony Pictures](https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/maryreilly)
Who plays Mary Reilly and Doctor Jekyll?
Julia Roberts plays Mary Reilly, while John Malkovich plays Doctor Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde. Stephen Frears directed the 1996 film, with Christopher Hampton writing the screenplay. [Sony Pictures](https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/maryreilly)
How is Mary Reilly different from other Jekyll and Hyde films?
The story is told through the viewpoint of Jekyll's devoted housemaid, Mary, rather than from the doctor's perspective. Sony's synopsis also emphasizes that Mary is attracted to both her employer Jekyll and the mysterious Hyde. [Sony Pictures](https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/maryreilly)
What rating does Mary Reilly have?
Sony lists Mary Reilly as rated R, and the film is a 1996 TriStar production. It is a gothic horror and suspense adaptation aimed at adults rather than children. [Sony Pictures](https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/maryreilly)
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