Good As Gold
Synopsis
Grinding, gruelling and unceasing, Dennis Barker's training sessions push his young swimmers to the limits of their endurance. Outstanding among them is 14-year-old Rachel Southern. Destined for stardom perhaps, but also destined to realise that winning doesn't always mean coming first.
Top Cast
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Jane Morris
Rachel Southern
David Calder
Dennis Barker
Richard Moore
Bert Southern
Jane Wood
Gillian Southern
Gillian Kerrod
Valerie Foy
Len Marten
Gordon Platt
Bernard Brown
Rowley Henson
Rita Lester
Elaine Bagley
Pamela Shaw
Marge
Martin Donlan
Phil
Joan Campion
Miss Forsyth
Gwyneth Fleetwood
Mrs Pearce
Colin Bean
Mayor
Jamie Bartholomew
George Porter
Martin Ashcroft
Jugs Dyson
Ann Thompson
Esther Smethurst
Andrea Schofield
Lorraine Bagley
Mike Picton
Jed
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Glenister
- Screenplay & Story
- Brian Finch
- Original Score
- Rachel Portman
- Original Title
- Good As Gold
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Glenister
Brian Finch
Rachel Portman
Alan Shallcross
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Finch
Writer
John Glenister
Director
Alan Shallcross
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Good As Gold
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Good As Gold about?
Grinding, gruelling and unceasing, Dennis Barker's training sessions push his young swimmers to the limits of their endurance. Outstanding among them is 14-year-old Rachel Southern. Destined for stardom perhaps, but also destined to realise that winning doesn't always mean coming first.
Who directed Good As Gold?
Good As Gold was directed by John Glenister.
Who stars in Good As Gold?
The principal cast of Good As Gold includes Jane Morris, David Calder, Richard Moore, Jane Wood, Gillian Kerrod.
When was Good As Gold released and how long is it?
Good As Gold was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Good As Gold?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Good As Gold was composed by Rachel Portman.