Ordeal by Innocence
“Once the murder was solved, the real mystery began…”
Synopsis
Dr. Arthur Calgary visits the Argyle family to return an address book lost some time ago by Jack Argyle, only to find out that Jack has been executed for the murder of his mother. Calgary can prove that Jack was innocent. In spite of opposition from a hostile family, he is determined to solve the crime.
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Ordeal by Innocence (1984) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-07-29
Top Cast
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Donald Sutherland
Dr. Arthur Calgary
Christopher Plummer
Leo Argyle
Sarah Miles
Mary Durant
Annette Crosbie
Kirsten Lindstrom
Faye Dunaway
Rachel Argyle
Ian McShane
Philip Durant
Diana Quick
Gwenda Vaughan
Michael Elphick
Inspector Huish
George Innes
Archie Leach
Valerie Whittington
Hester Argyle
Phoebe Nicholls
Tina Argyle
Michael Maloney
Micky Argyle
Cassie Stuart
Maureen Clegg
Anita Carey
Martha Jessup
Ron Pember
Ferryman
Brian Glover
Executioner
Billy McColl
Jack Argyle
Robert McBain
Hotel Manager
Release History & Theatrical Window
(Festival Internacional de Cinema, Televisão e Vídeo)
Festival / Special Debut
May 17, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 12, 1987
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Desmond Davis, Alan Birkinshaw
- Screenplay & Story
- Alexander Stuart
- Original Score
- Dave Brubeck, Pino Donaggio
- Original Title
- Ordeal by Innocence
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- London-Cannon Films, The Cannon Group, Golan-Globus Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Desmond Davis, Alan Birkinshaw
Alexander Stuart, Agatha Christie
Dave Brubeck, Pino Donaggio
Billy Williams
Timothy Gee
Jenny Craven, Yoram Globus, Menahem Golan
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Grace
Stunt Coordinator
Desmond Davis
Director
Alexander Stuart
Screenplay
Alan Birkinshaw
Director
Dave Brubeck
Original Music Composer
Billy Williams
Director of Photography
Jenny Craven
Producer
Timothy Gee
Editor
Ken Bridgeman
Production Design
Gwenda Evans
Costume Design
Pino Donaggio
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ordeal by Innocence
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What is Ordeal by Innocence about?
Dr. Arthur Calgary visits the Argyle family to return an address book lost some time ago by Jack Argyle, only to find out that Jack has been executed for the murder of his mother. Calgary can prove that Jack was innocent. In spite of opposition from a hostile family, he is determined to solve the crime.
Who directed Ordeal by Innocence?
Ordeal by Innocence was directed by Desmond Davis, Alan Birkinshaw.
Who stars in Ordeal by Innocence?
The principal cast of Ordeal by Innocence includes Donald Sutherland, Christopher Plummer, Sarah Miles, Annette Crosbie, Faye Dunaway.
When was Ordeal by Innocence released and how long is it?
Ordeal by Innocence was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Ordeal by Innocence?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ordeal by Innocence was composed by Dave Brubeck, Pino Donaggio.
Is Ordeal by Innocence based on a book or true story?
Ordeal by Innocence is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Agatha Christie".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ordeal by Innocence?
Ordeal by Innocence holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).