Richard's Things
Synopsis
Following her husband's death, a wife discovers and confronts her husband's lover. Their mutual pain, love, envy and jealousy bring them together in an unexpected emotional and physical relationship.
Top Cast
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Liv Ullmann
Kate Morris
Amanda Redman
Josie Chambers
Peter Burton
Colonel
Tim Pigott-Smith
Peter
Elizabeth Spriggs
Mrs. Sells
David Markham
Morris
Mark Eden
Richard
Gwen Taylor
Margaret
John Vine
Dr. Mace
Michael Maloney
Bill
Tracey Childs
Joanna
Margaret Lacey
Miss Beale
Art Malik
Dr. Mustag
Zelah Clarke
Nurse
Franco De Rosa
Mr. Ricci
Ian McDiarmid
Burglar
James Galloway
Josh
Amanda Walker
Sister in Hospital
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 12, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Harvey
- Screenplay & Story
- Frederic Raphael
- Original Score
- Georges Delerue
- Original Title
- Richard's Things
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Southern Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Harvey
Frederic Raphael
Georges Delerue
Freddie Young
Lesley Walker
Roger Corman, Mark Shivas
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Harvey
Director
Frederic Raphael
Screenplay
Roger Corman
Producer
Lesley Walker
Editor
Marit Allen
Costume Design
Freddie Young
Director of Photography
Mark Shivas
Producer
Georges Delerue
Original Music Composer
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Richard's Things
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Richard's Things about?
Following her husband's death, a wife discovers and confronts her husband's lover. Their mutual pain, love, envy and jealousy bring them together in an unexpected emotional and physical relationship.
Who directed Richard's Things?
Richard's Things was directed by Anthony Harvey.
Who stars in Richard's Things?
The principal cast of Richard's Things includes Liv Ullmann, Amanda Redman, Peter Burton, Tim Pigott-Smith, Elizabeth Spriggs.
When was Richard's Things released and how long is it?
Richard's Things was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Richard's Things?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Richard's Things was composed by Georges Delerue.
Is Richard's Things based on a book or true story?
Richard's Things is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Frederic Raphael".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Richard's Things?
Richard's Things holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).