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The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

1962·1h 44m·Drama
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Overview

A rebellious youth, sentenced to a boy’s reformatory for robbing a bakery, rises through the ranks of the institution by impressing its Governor through his prowess as a long distance runner. He is encouraged to compete in an upcoming race, but faces ridicule from his peers.

Cast

  • Michael RedgraveMichael RedgraveRuxton Towers Reformatory Governor
  • Tom CourtenayTom CourtenayColin Smith
  • Avis BunnageAvis BunnageMrs. Smith
  • Alec McCowenAlec McCowenBrown, House Master
  • James BolamJames BolamMike
  • Joe RobinsonJoe RobinsonRoach
  • Dervis WardDervis WardDetective
  • Topsy JaneTopsy JaneAudrey
  • Julia FosterJulia FosterGladys
  • James FoxJames FoxWilly Gunthorpe - Ranley School Runner (uncredited)
  • John ThawJohn ThawBosworth (uncredited)
  • Arthur MullardArthur MullardChief Borstal Officer (uncredited)
  • Philip MartinPhilip MartinStacy (uncredited)
  • John BrookingJohn BrookingGreen (uncredited)
  • Raymond DyerRaymond DyerGordon (uncredited)

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