Screenplay data
A group of British retirees, seeking an affordable and luxurious retirement, arrive at the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel in Jaipur, India, only to find it a dilapidated shell managed by the overly optimistic Sonny Kapoor. As the guests navigate culture shock and the hotel's shortcomings, they embark on unexpected journeys of self-discovery and romance, while Sonny struggles to keep the hotel financially afloat amidst his mother's disapproval of his relationship with Sunaina. The group rallies around Sonny, with Muriel revealing herself as an investor to save the hotel, and Evelyn encouraging Sonny to pursue Sunaina, leading to Graham finding peace with a past love before his passing, and Jean leaving Douglas. The film concludes with the hotel thriving, Sonny and Sunaina together, and the remaining guests, including Douglas and Evelyn exploring their connection, finding a renewed sense of purpose and belonging in their new Indian home.
Save the Cat beat sheet
A group of British retirees, each facing personal crises, travel to India to start anew at the dilapidated Marigold Hotel.
Open full beat sheetEvelyn Greenslade is listed as Protagonist. Elegant woman in her 70's, recently widowed, seeking a new start. In the parsed data, Evelyn Greenslade is connected to 42 scenes, 36 dialogue lines, 36 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
42 scenes / 36 dialogue linesGraham Dashwood is listed as Retired Judge. Retired High Court Judge returning to India after 40 years. In the parsed data, Graham Dashwood is connected to 36 scenes, 44 dialogue lines, 44 text mentions, first appearing around scene 3.
36 scenes / 44 dialogue linesMuriel Donnelly is listed as Patient. Elderly woman with a hip injury, initially prejudiced. In the parsed data, Muriel Donnelly is connected to 30 scenes, 16 dialogue lines, 16 text mentions, first appearing around scene 5.
30 scenes / 16 dialogue linesJean Ainslie is listed as Wife. Wife of Douglas, unhappy and resistant to change. In the parsed data, Jean Ainslie is connected to 29 scenes, 23 dialogue lines, 23 text mentions, first appearing around scene 7.
29 scenes / 23 dialogue linesDouglas Ainslie is listed as Husband. Husband of Jean, optimistic and adventurous. In the parsed data, Douglas Ainslie is connected to 27 scenes, 9 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 45.
27 scenes / 9 dialogue linesMadge Hardcastle is listed as Retiree. Vibrant woman looking for a husband. In the parsed data, Madge Hardcastle is connected to 23 scenes, 23 dialogue lines, 23 text mentions, first appearing around scene 9.
23 scenes / 23 dialogue linesSonny Kapoor is listed as Hotel Manager. Young, ambitious, and chaotic manager of the Marigold Hotel. In the parsed data, Sonny Kapoor is connected to 22 scenes, 50 dialogue lines, 50 text mentions, first appearing around scene 34.
22 scenes / 50 dialogue linesNorman Cousins is listed as Retiree. Dapper man in his 70's looking for romance. In the parsed data, Norman Cousins is connected to 22 scenes, 21 dialogue lines, 21 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.
22 scenes / 21 dialogue linesSunaina is listed as Call Centre Worker. Sonny's girlfriend, works in a call centre. In the parsed data, Sunaina is connected to 9 scenes, 19 dialogue lines, 23 text mentions, first appearing around scene 53.
9 scenes / 19 dialogue linesMrs Kapoor is listed as Sonny's Mother. Stern and traditional mother of Sonny. In the parsed data, Mrs Kapoor is connected to 6 scenes, 14 dialogue lines, 14 text mentions, first appearing around scene 63.
6 scenes / 14 dialogue linesCarol is listed as Travel Agent. Local boutique travel agent who meets Norman. In the parsed data, Carol is connected to 4 scenes, 15 dialogue lines, 20 text mentions, first appearing around scene 74.
4 scenes / 15 dialogue linesEvelyn struggles with an automated phone system while trying to manage her late husband's account.
Evelyn GreensladeGiles informs Graham they are late for a retirement party.
Graham DashwoodGraham and Giles walk to the hall, discussing retirement parties.
Graham DashwoodGraham abruptly interrupts a dull speech and walks out.
Graham DashwoodMuriel complains about the hospital care and demands an English doctor.
Muriel DonnellyA brief look at a new retirement facility.
Douglas and Jean view a small bungalow.
Douglas Ainslie, Jean AinslieNorman participates in a speed dating event.
Norman CousinsMadge decides to leave her daughter's home to find a husband.
Madge HardcastleMadge gets into a taxi with no destination in mind.
Madge HardcastleEvelyn refuses to move in with her son after her husband's death.
Evelyn GreensladeMuriel is offered an out-sourced surgery option.
Muriel DonnellyEvelyn shows her son the website for the Marigold Hotel.
Evelyn GreensladeMadge researches the Marigold Hotel.
Madge HardcastleJean reads about the hotel at the hairdresser.
Jean AinslieDouglas discusses the retirement home with a friend.
Douglas AinslieGraham prepares to leave for India.
Graham DashwoodNorman says goodbye to his dog.
Norman CousinsMuriel is pushed to her flat by an ambulance driver.
Muriel DonnellyEvelyn arrives at the airport with her son.
Evelyn GreensladeMadge checks in for her flight.
Madge HardcastleMuriel is stopped for her food items.
Muriel Donnelly, Norman CousinsThe group waits to board, unaware of their shared destination.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, Muriel Donnelly, Douglas Ainslie, Jean Ainslie, Norman CousinsThe plane lands in Delhi.
The group meets at the baggage carousel.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, Muriel Donnelly, Douglas Ainslie, Jean Ainslie, Norman CousinsThe group decides on a plan after their flight is cancelled.
Graham DashwoodThe group moves through the airport.
Muriel Donnelly, Jean Ainslie, Norman CousinsThe group faces the chaos of the bus station.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, Douglas Ainslie, Jean Ainslie, Madge HardcastleThe bus ride is chaotic and dangerous.
Norman CousinsThe group experiences the bus ride.
Evelyn Greenslade, Muriel Donnelly, Douglas Ainslie, Jean Ainslie, Norman Cousins, Madge HardcastleThe group travels on a bus at night; Evelyn and Graham discuss their pasts and fears.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, Muriel Donnelly, Madge HardcastleThe bus arrives at the gates of Jaipur at dawn.
The group travels through Jaipur in tuk-tuks.
Evelyn Greenslade, Douglas AinslieThe group arrives at the dilapidated Marigold Hotel.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, Muriel Donnelly, Douglas Ainslie, Jean Ainslie, Norman CousinsSonny welcomes the guests to the hotel.
Sonny KapoorSonny shows Madge to her room, which lacks a door.
Madge Hardcastle, Sonny KapoorDouglas and Jean find birds in their room.
Douglas Ainslie, Jean AinslieSonny removes sheets from Evelyn's room.
Evelyn Greenslade, Sonny KapoorMuriel finds a male nurse in her room.
Graham Dashwood, Muriel DonnellyAjit explains his role as a physiotherapist to Muriel.
Muriel DonnellyNorman settles into his penthouse cabin.
Norman CousinsJean demands a refund from Sonny.
Jean Ainslie, Sonny KapoorGraham unpacks his belongings.
Graham DashwoodDouglas helps Evelyn fix her phone.
Evelyn Greenslade, Douglas AinslieThe guests have dinner; Norman faints.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, Muriel Donnelly, Douglas Ainslie, Jean Ainslie, Norman CousinsEvelyn writes her blog.
Evelyn GreensladeGraham fills out forms.
Graham DashwoodSonny takes Muriel to the hospital.
Muriel Donnelly, Sonny KapoorEvelyn asks for directions and is followed by children.
Evelyn GreensladeDouglas and Jean argue about going out.
Douglas Ainslie, Jean AinslieGraham watches boys playing cricket.
Graham DashwoodEvelyn interviews for a job at a call centre.
Evelyn GreensladeEvelyn talks to Jay about her work while Sunaina watches and eventually leaves for a break.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, SunainaSonny meets Sunaina during her break; Jay interrupts them.
Sonny Kapoor, Sunaina, Graham DashwoodGraham talks to Jean about her day and offers to help with her food.
Jean Ainslie, Graham DashwoodMuriel sits alone on the terrace with an untouched meal.
Muriel DonnellyEvelyn and Graham discuss their days; the Ainslies arrive.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, Douglas Ainslie, Jean AinslieGraham invites Evelyn to see his room.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham DashwoodGraham reveals his past in India to Evelyn.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham DashwoodFaithful arrive at the temple.
Evelyn observes the staff.
Evelyn GreensladeMuriel interacts with her environment and hears Sonny.
Muriel Donnelly, Sonny KapoorSonny shows the hotel to an investor; his mother arrives.
Sonny Kapoor, Muriel Donnelly, Mrs KapoorSonny and his mother argue about his life and the hotel.
Sonny Kapoor, Mrs KapoorJean watches Graham from the window.
Jean Ainslie, Graham DashwoodMuriel talks to Graham and Jean.
Muriel Donnelly, Graham Dashwood, Jean AinslieMadge tries to join the club.
Madge HardcastleGraham checks on his inquiry.
Graham DashwoodEvelyn gives advice to the call centre staff.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham Dashwood, SunainaMadge prepares for her night out.
Madge HardcastleMadge tries to meet a wealthy man but finds Norman.
Madge Hardcastle, Norman CousinsJean gets information from Muriel.
Jean Ainslie, Muriel DonnellySonny and Sunaina talk about their future.
Sonny Kapoor, SunainaNorman and Carol connect.
Norman Cousins, Madge Hardcastle, CarolMadge leaves as Norman and Carol laugh together.
Madge Hardcastle, Norman Cousins, CarolEvelyn writes in her journal.
Evelyn GreensladeMuriel is pushed to the gate.
Muriel DonnellyEvelyn receives her first paycheck.
Evelyn Greenslade, Graham DashwoodEvelyn types on her computer, reflecting on the past and present.
Evelyn GreensladeAjit pushes Muriel for her morning walk while Evelyn continues her reflection.
Muriel Donnelly.You ring in the morning. Let's assume the person answering will be a woman. She will have had her breakfast. Tea or coffee. Semi-skimmed milk, always. If she's under 50 she'll be contemplating yet another diet, over 50 she'll have more or less given up, and be eating toast. The radio may be playing, or more likely daytime TV. A chat show, or a programme with a moderator speaking to a panel of young women whose boyfriends have all slept with their mothers. The girlfriends' mothers, I mean, not their own. Although Anyway, then the boyfriends usually come out, and everybody fights.
For me it was bad enough. But I already knew who I was, and I think my family had guessed. For Manoj, the disgrace was absolute; a double taboo. His father was fired, they were sent away, all of them. I don't know what I could've done, but it should've been more than nothing. I put up no fight. I let it happen.
Well, I started in my bedroom, where I had a lovely couple of hours giving all the cockroaches names. Then after a lunch that will long have a place in my heartburn, I came out here and stared blindly at a book waiting for someone - anyone to rescue me. And how glad I am it was you.
You know who'll be there, don't you? Indians. Loads of them, A sea of brown faces and black hearts, all greasy haired and reeking of spices. Never see one on their own, do you? No, becuase they hunt in packs. All the better to rob me blind and -
Rejected again. Many years ago, that man over there gave me the most extraordinary night of my life. He may seem coarse and uncouth, but that only disguises a tenderness and an exquisite sensitivity to a woman's needs
I wanted to prolong the anticipation. To spend some time with the knowledge that soon I'm going to eat, drink, and laugh with someone, hold her to me, kiss her softly. Then go back to her place and get my end away.
Bloody retirement parties. Hard cheese, soft wine, and endless speeches. Why do people do that? No one ever said about any kind of party: it was a wonderful occasion, just a shame that the speeches were so short.
How can any of us know what Hugh would've wanted? And would he have seen fit to tell us anyway? Obviously the flat has to be sold. And you're very kind. And dear Polly. But no, I won't be coming to live with you.
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