The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner
Movie
1962
1 HOUR 43 MINS
Drama
A rebellious young Briton who runs cross country is sent to a reform school where the manipulative governor who promotes sports as rehabilitation enlists him in a foot race against a prestigious rival school.
Cast & Crew
Tom Courtenay Colin Smith
Michael Redgrave Reformatory Governor
Avis Bunnage Mrs. Smith
Peter Madden Mr. Smith
James Bolam Mike
Julia Foster Gladys
Dervis Ward Detective
Raymond Dyer Gordon
Alec McCowen Brown, House Master
Joe Robinson Roach
John Thaw Bosworth
Tony Richardson Director
Alan Sillitoe Writer
Alan Sillitoe Writer (Story)
Tony Richardson Producer
John Addison Original Music
Walter Lassally Cinematography
Antony Gibbs Film Editing
Ralph W. Brinton Production Designer
Sophie Harris Costume Design
Dave Tracey Stunts
Robin Webb Stunts
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