A Dog's Ransom
Synopsis
A quiet, middle-aged couple living in Chelsea start to receive threatening letters through the post - and then things take a sinister turn as their beloved poodle, Tina, is kidnapped. A smart young copper from the local force decides to investigate -
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Zena Walker
Gina Reynolds
Benjamin Whitrow
Edward Reynolds
Brian Stirner
Clarence Duhamel
Paul Angelis
Tom Choley
Leon Eagles
Kowajinski
Susie Blake
Marion Dowell
Frank Wylie
Inspector Craig
Prentis Hancock
Desk Sergeant
Maryann Turner
Landlady
Neville Barber
Chief Superintendent
David Hargreaves
Ken Holbrook
Ray Armstrong
Duty Inspector
Irene Sutcliffe
Magistrate
Linal Haft
Cookson
Harold Reese
Clerk of the Court
Petronella Barker
Gillian
Rayner Bourton
Jim
Steve Barratt
Willis
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald McWhinnie
- Screenplay & Story
- John Bowen, Patricia Highsmith
- Original Title
- A Dog's Ransom
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 33m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald McWhinnie
John Bowen, Patricia Highsmith
Jacqueline Davis
Department Leadership Roster
John Bowen
Writer
Donald McWhinnie
Director
Jacqueline Davis
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Dog's Ransom
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Dog's Ransom about?
A quiet, middle-aged couple living in Chelsea start to receive threatening letters through the post - and then things take a sinister turn as their beloved poodle, Tina, is kidnapped. A smart young copper from the local force decides to investigate -
Who directed A Dog's Ransom?
A Dog's Ransom was directed by Donald McWhinnie.
Who stars in A Dog's Ransom?
The principal cast of A Dog's Ransom includes Zena Walker, Benjamin Whitrow, Brian Stirner, Paul Angelis, Leon Eagles.
When was A Dog's Ransom released and how long is it?
A Dog's Ransom was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 2h 33m.
Is A Dog's Ransom based on a book or true story?
A Dog's Ransom is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Patricia Highsmith".