

Some Lapse of Time
Synopsis
Dr Max Harrow is awakened from a re-current nightmare in which he is pursued by a barbaric accusing figures, to find a tramp collapsed on his doorstep, The tramp is suffering from a genetic radiation disorder that should killed him in infancy as it did Harrow's baby son. The man is the living image of Harrow's nightmare figures, Clutched in his hand is a human finger bone and he speaks a strange, unknown tongue,
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Ronald Lewis
Dr. Max Harrow
John Gabriel
Smiffershon
Jane Downs
Diana Harrow
Richard Gale
Dr. Gordon Faulkner
Delena Kidd
Dr. Laura Denville
Moultrie Kelsall
Prof. Leach
George Woodbridge
Det. Sgt. Cloudby
Peter Bowles
Policeman
Blake Butler
Anderson
Laidlaw Dalling
Radiographer
Bridget McConnell
Sister
Maitland Moss
Head Porter
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roger Jenkins
- Screenplay & Story
- John Brunner, Leon Griffiths
- Original Score
- Norman Kay
- Original Title
- Some Lapse of Time
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- BBC TV
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roger Jenkins
John Brunner, Leon Griffiths
Norman Kay
Irene Shubik
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Jenkins
Director
Irene Shubik
Producer
Ridley Scott
Production Design
Norman Kay
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Some Lapse of Time
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Some Lapse of Time about?
Dr Max Harrow is awakened from a re-current nightmare in which he is pursued by a barbaric accusing figures, to find a tramp collapsed on his doorstep, The tramp is suffering from a genetic radiation disorder that should killed him in infancy as it did Harrow's baby son. The man is the living image of Harrow's nightmare figures, Clutched in his hand is a human finger bone and he speaks a strange, unknown tongue,
Who directed Some Lapse of Time?
Some Lapse of Time was directed by Roger Jenkins.
Who stars in Some Lapse of Time?
The principal cast of Some Lapse of Time includes Ronald Lewis, John Gabriel, Jane Downs, Richard Gale, Delena Kidd.
When was Some Lapse of Time released and how long is it?
Some Lapse of Time was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Some Lapse of Time?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Some Lapse of Time was composed by Norman Kay.
