The Way of the World
Synopsis
In order for Millamant and Mirabell to get married and receive Millamant's full dowry, Mirabell must receive the blessing of Millamant's aunt, Lady Wishfort. Unfortunately, she is a very bitter lady, who despises Mirabell and wants her own nephew, Sir Wilfull, to wed Millamant.
Top Cast
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Sheila Allen
Mrs Marwood
Michael Billington
Fainall
Michael Brodie
Servant
Kate Brown
Mincing
Warren Clarke
Waitwell
John Cording
Messenger
Julian Curry
Petulant
Roger Hammond
Sir Wilful
Alan Howard
Mirabell
Caroline John
Foible
Gemma Jones
Millamant
Patrick Jordan
Coachman
Rosemary McHale
Mrs Fainall
John Moffatt
Witwound
Linda Shelley
Peg
Irene Worth
Lady Wishfort
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Duguid
- Screenplay & Story
- Robin Chapman, William Congreve
- Original Score
- John Addison
- Original Title
- The Way of the World
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Thames Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Duguid
Robin Chapman, William Congreve
John Addison
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Duguid
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Way of the World
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Way of the World about?
In order for Millamant and Mirabell to get married and receive Millamant's full dowry, Mirabell must receive the blessing of Millamant's aunt, Lady Wishfort. Unfortunately, she is a very bitter lady, who despises Mirabell and wants her own nephew, Sir Wilfull, to wed Millamant.
Who directed The Way of the World?
The Way of the World was directed by Peter Duguid.
Who stars in The Way of the World?
The principal cast of The Way of the World includes Sheila Allen, Michael Billington, Michael Brodie, Kate Brown, Warren Clarke.
When was The Way of the World released and how long is it?
The Way of the World was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for The Way of the World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Way of the World was composed by John Addison.