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Scandal

Based on the Profumo Scandal of 1963, an affair between an exotic dancer and the Minister of War shakes up the British government.

An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party. Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom. Based on the real Profumo scandal of 1963.

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Info about Scandal

Studio(s): British Screen Productions, Palace Pictures

Originally Released: United States, Apr 28, 1989

Production Country: United Kingdom

Box Office Gross: $8,800,000.00

Budget: $7,000,000.00

Genres:Drama, History