Consuming Passions_
Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless manager Ian Littleton accidentally knocks several employees into a huge chocolate vat. The tragic mishap at the chocolate factory results in candy lovers getting an unexpected 'extra' in their sweets.
Starring
Tyler Butterworth, Vanessa Redgrave, Jonathan Pryce
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
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Year context
Consuming Passions was released 38 years ago in 1988.
Overview
Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless manager ...
Consuming Passions is a Comedy film with a runtime of 1h 38m.
CAST (20)
Tyler Butterworth
Ian Littleton
Vanessa Redgrave
Mrs. Garza
Jonathan Pryce
Mr. Farris
Sammi Davis
Felicity
Freddie Jones
Graham Chumley
Prunella Scales
Ethel
Thora Hird
Mrs. Gordon
Bryan Pringle
William Rushton
Linda Lusardi
Andrew Sachs
Jason
DN
David Neville
JW
John Wells
PL
Preston Lockwood
Timothy West
Dr. Rees
Patrick Newell
Lester
WW
Wincey Willis
Mary Healey
Mrs. Eggleston
PW
Paddy Ward
Tramp
SF
Susan Field
Lady On TV
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
98 min (1h 38m)
Rating
8.0/10 (2 votes)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Consuming Passions about?
Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless manager Ian Littleton accidentally knocks several employees into a huge chocolate vat. The tragic mishap at the chocolate factory results in candy lovers getting an unexpected 'extra' in their sweets.
How long is Consuming Passions?
Consuming Passions has a runtime of 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Who stars in Consuming Passions?
The cast of Consuming Passions includes Tyler Butterworth, Vanessa Redgrave, Jonathan Pryce, Sammi Davis, Freddie Jones.
What is the rating of Consuming Passions?
Consuming Passions has a rating of 8.0 out of 10 based on 2 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (1)
Comedy
