The Best Years of Your Life
Synopsis
Robert Clark is 17, wheelchair-bound, and he hasn't long to live. But he tries to come to terms with a bleak outlook. So do his father and brother Mark. Out of the situation, the three discover a bond and a certain strength.
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Lee Whitlock
Robert Clark
Steve Fletcher
Mark Clark
Alan Ford
Father
David Horovitch
Consultant
Elaine Lordan
Nurse
Julie Sullivan
Mrs Hurst
Reginald Stewart
Reg
Kathy Burke
Paula
Zoë Nathenson
Linda
Adam French
Footballer
Jason Cunliffe
Footballer
Jason Norman
Footballer
Wayne Norman
Steve
Tricia Walsh
Casualty Nurse
Graham Blockley
Casualty Doctor
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adrian Shergold
- Screenplay & Story
- Clive Jermain
- Original Title
- The Best Years of Your Life
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adrian Shergold
Clive Jermain
David Snodin, Bob Comfort, Rick Kellard, Stuart Sheslow
Department Leadership Roster
Adrian Shergold
Director
Clive Jermain
Writer
David Snodin
Producer
Bob Comfort
Producer
Rick Kellard
Producer
Stuart Sheslow
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Best Years of Your Life
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Best Years of Your Life about?
Robert Clark is 17, wheelchair-bound, and he hasn't long to live. But he tries to come to terms with a bleak outlook. So do his father and brother Mark. Out of the situation, the three discover a bond and a certain strength.
Who directed The Best Years of Your Life?
The Best Years of Your Life was directed by Adrian Shergold.
Who stars in The Best Years of Your Life?
The principal cast of The Best Years of Your Life includes Lee Whitlock, Steve Fletcher, Alan Ford, David Horovitch, Elaine Lordan.
When was The Best Years of Your Life released and how long is it?
The Best Years of Your Life was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 50m.