The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

72% | Sep 20, 1962 | Drama

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.

Featured Cast

Tony Richardson
Director
Alan Sillitoe
Screenplay

Cast

Ruxton Towers Reformatory Governor
Michael Redgrave
Ruxton Towers Reformatory Governor
Colin Smith
Tom Courtenay
Colin Smith
Mrs. Smith
Avis Bunnage
Mrs. Smith
Brown, House Master
Alec McCowen
Brown, House Master

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