The Belstone Fox
“When you hunt the Belstone Fox ... you hunt HIS way”
Synopsis
Tag is a clever fox able to elude the dogs as well as the British hunters who pursue him. In his early years, Tag befriends a hound named Merlin, and their bond remains strong, neither willing to attack the other. Although the relentless hunt for Tag leads to tragedy, the fox remains steadfast in his determination to stay alive and live free in the English countryside.
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The Belstone Fox (1973) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-10-17
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 28, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Hill
- Screenplay & Story
- David Rook, James Hill
- Original Title
- The Belstone Fox
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- The Rank Organisation, Independent Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Hill
David Rook, James Hill
Department Leadership Roster
James Hill
Director
James Hill
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Belstone Fox
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What is The Belstone Fox about?
Tag is a clever fox able to elude the dogs as well as the British hunters who pursue him. In his early years, Tag befriends a hound named Merlin, and their bond remains strong, neither willing to attack the other. Although the relentless hunt for Tag leads to tragedy, the fox remains steadfast in his determination to stay alive and live free in the English countryside.
Who directed The Belstone Fox?
The Belstone Fox was directed by James Hill.
Who stars in The Belstone Fox?
The principal cast of The Belstone Fox includes Eric Porter, Jeremy Kemp, Bill Travers, Rachel Roberts, Heather Wright.
When was The Belstone Fox released and how long is it?
The Belstone Fox was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Is The Belstone Fox based on a book or true story?
The Belstone Fox is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "David Rook".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Belstone Fox?
The Belstone Fox holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).