The Dark Angel
Synopsis
The Dark Angel is a sensual and stylish adaptation of Uncle Silas - Sheridan le Fanu’s influential Victorian literary masterpiece. Sheltered heiress Maud Ruthyn's troubles begin when her father hires a new governess. Madame De La Rougierre (played with considerable relish by Jane Lapotaire) is a cruel, brandy-swigging schemer with an unhealthy interest in Maud's inheritance and an approach to childcare that would make Mary Poppins faint. When Maud's father dies she has no choice but to live with her wicked uncle Silas, who will inherit the family fortune if Maud should happen to die. This is not a recipe for domestic bliss and soon it seems that everyone but Maud is either bad, mad, or both.
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Peter O'Toole
Uncle Silas Ruthyn
Jane Lapotaire
Madame de la Rougierre
Beatie Edney
Maud Ruthyn
Barbara Shelley
Cousin Monica
Simon Shepherd
Captain Oakley
Guy Rolfe
Dr. Bryerly
Tim Woodward
Dudley Ruthyn
Norma Shebbeare
Mary Quince
Marcus Gilbert
Lord Carysbroke
Patti Love
Peg Hawkes
Conrad Phillips
Dickon Hawkes
Hilary Sesta
Lucy Wyatt
Alan MacNaughtan
Austin Ruthyn
John Baker
Old Giles
Charlotte Coleman
Millie Ruthyn
John Crocker
Rev. Clay
Leslie French
Lawyer
Rhoda Lewis
Mrs. Rusk
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Hammond
- Screenplay & Story
- Don MacPherson, Sheridan Le Fanu
- Original Title
- The Dark Angel
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 56m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Hammond
Don MacPherson, Sheridan Le Fanu
Ray Wingrove
Joe Waters
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Hammond
Director
Don MacPherson
Writer
Joe Waters
Producer
Ray Wingrove
Editor
Oliver Bayldon
Production Design
Rita Reekie
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dark Angel
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What is The Dark Angel about?
The Dark Angel is a sensual and stylish adaptation of Uncle Silas - Sheridan le Fanu’s influential Victorian literary masterpiece. Sheltered heiress Maud Ruthyn's troubles begin when her father hires a new governess. Madame De La Rougierre (played with considerable relish by Jane Lapotaire) is a cruel, brandy-swigging schemer with an unhealthy interest in Maud's inheritance and an approach to childcare that would make Mary Poppins faint. When Maud's father dies she has no choice but to live with her wicked uncle Silas, who will inherit the family fortune if Maud should happen to die. This is not a recipe for domestic bliss and soon it seems that everyone but Maud is either bad, mad, or both.
Who directed The Dark Angel?
The Dark Angel was directed by Peter Hammond.
Who stars in The Dark Angel?
The principal cast of The Dark Angel includes Peter O'Toole, Jane Lapotaire, Beatie Edney, Barbara Shelley, Simon Shepherd.
When was The Dark Angel released and how long is it?
The Dark Angel was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 2h 56m.
Is The Dark Angel based on a book or true story?
The Dark Angel is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Sheridan Le Fanu".