Assault
“Evil grows wild... nothing else lives very long.”
Synopsis
After a schoolgirl is raped while taking a short cut through the local woods, and another murdered a few days later, the police are baffled. With the help of a reporter, and against the wishes of a local psychologist, a young schoolteacher uses herself as bait to lure the perpetrator out.
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Assault (1971) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-05-15
Top Cast
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Suzy Kendall
Julie West
Frank Finlay
Det. Chief Supt. Velyan
Freddie Jones
Reporter
James Laurenson
Greg Lomax
Lesley-Anne Down
Tessa Hurst
Tony Beckley
Leslie Sanford
Anthony Ainley
Mr. Bartell
Dilys Hamlett
Mrs. Sanford
James Cosmo
Det. Sgt. Beale
Marianne Stone
Matron
Allan Cuthbertson
Coroner
Kit Taylor
Doctor
Janet Lynn
Girl in Library
Patrick Jordan
Sgt. Milton
Anabel Littledale
Susan Miller
Tom Chatto
Police Doctor
Jan Butlin
Day Receptionist
William Hoyland
Chemist in Hospital
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 19, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Hayers
- Screenplay & Story
- John Kruse
- Original Score
- Eric Rogers
- Original Title
- Assault
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- George H. Brown Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Hayers
John Kruse, Kendal Young
Eric Rogers
Ken Hodges, John Cabrera
Anthony Palk
Peter Rogers, George H. Brown
Department Leadership Roster
John Kruse
Screenplay
Sidney Hayers
Director
Peter Rogers
Producer
Courtenay Elliott
Costume Design
Eric Rogers
Original Music Composer
Ken Hodges
Director of Photography
Anthony Palk
Editor
George H. Brown
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Assault
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Assault about?
After a schoolgirl is raped while taking a short cut through the local woods, and another murdered a few days later, the police are baffled. With the help of a reporter, and against the wishes of a local psychologist, a young schoolteacher uses herself as bait to lure the perpetrator out.
Who directed Assault?
Assault was directed by Sidney Hayers.
Who stars in Assault?
The principal cast of Assault includes Suzy Kendall, Frank Finlay, Freddie Jones, James Laurenson, Lesley-Anne Down.
When was Assault released and how long is it?
Assault was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Assault?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Assault was composed by Eric Rogers.
Is Assault based on a book or true story?
Assault is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Kendal Young".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Assault?
Assault holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).