The Ruffian on the Stair
Synopsis
Joyce (Judy Cornwell), a fragile former prostitute, lives a life of quiet desperation with her "husband" Mike (Michael Bryant), a thuggish, zealously Catholic hitman who uses his van for "irregular contracts." Their stagnant domesticity is shattered by the arrival of Wilson (Billy Hamon), a menacingly polite young man who has his own motives for visiting...
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Cunliffe
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe Orton
- Original Title
- The Ruffian on the Stair
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Yorkshire Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Cunliffe
Joe Orton
Peter Willes
Department Leadership Roster
Joe Orton
Writer
David Cunliffe
Director
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What is The Ruffian on the Stair about?
Joyce (Judy Cornwell), a fragile former prostitute, lives a life of quiet desperation with her "husband" Mike (Michael Bryant), a thuggish, zealously Catholic hitman who uses his van for "irregular contracts." Their stagnant domesticity is shattered by the arrival of Wilson (Billy Hamon), a menacingly polite young man who has his own motives for visiting...
Who directed The Ruffian on the Stair?
The Ruffian on the Stair was directed by David Cunliffe.
Who stars in The Ruffian on the Stair?
The principal cast of The Ruffian on the Stair includes Michael Bryant, Judy Cornwell, Billy Hamon.
When was The Ruffian on the Stair released and how long is it?
The Ruffian on the Stair was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 53m.