Movie Description
Lease of Life
(1954)Overview
William Thorne, vicar of a small village, leads a modest life as a clergyman. Supporting his wife Vera and musically talented daughter Susan with his work, Thorne is also thoroughly devoted to his community. When he finds out that he doesn't have long to live, however, Thorne rethinks his staid existence and develops a more vibrant way of being, affecting all of those around him.
Featured Crew
- Director : Charles Frend
- Producer : Michael Balcon
- Writer : Eric Ambler
- Cast : Robert Donat,Kay Walsh,Denholm Elliott,Adrienne Corri,Walter Fitzgerald,Reginald Beckwith,Vida Hope,Cyril Raymond,Russell Waters,Richard Wattis,Beckett Bould,Robert Sandford,Frank Atkinson,Alan Webb,Frederick Piper,Richard Leech,Edie Martin,Mark Daly,Lockwood West,John Salew,Jean Anderson,Mark Dignam,Charles Saynor,Sheila Raynor,Ernest Blyth,Mandy Harper,Richard Neller,Jim Brady
Cast
Rev William Thorne
Mrs. Vera Thorne
Martin Blake
Susan Thorne
The Dean
Journalist Foley
Mrs. Sproatley
Headmaster
Russell
Solicitor
Mr. Sproatley
Boy with Book
Verger
Dr. Pembury
Jeweller
Carter
Miss Calthorp's Friend
Spooner
Bookdealer
Sproatley's Doctor
Miss Calthorp
Mr. Black
The Policeman
Mistress of Ceremonies
Cathedral Congregation Member (uncredited)
Child on Bus (uncredited)
Member of Congregation (uncredited)
Engine Driver (uncredited)
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Facts
Original TitleLease of Life
Status Released
Release Information
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1954-10-18
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 34m
Production CompaniesEaling Studios
Genres
- Drama
