The Treasure
නිධානය
Synopsis
Based on a short story written by G.B. Senanayake in one of his short story collection known as "The Revenge," the film revolves around a murder committed for the purpose of gaining access to a hidden treasure.
Top Cast
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Gamini Fonseka
Wilson 'Willie' Abeynayake
Malini Fonseka
Irene Abeynayake
Francis Perera
Juwanis
Saman Bokalawala
Mudliyar 'Julius'
Mapa Gunaratne
Doctor
Shanthi Lekha
Irene's mother
Thilakasiri Fernando
Diyonis 'Gurunnanse'
J. B. L. Gunasekera
Willie's Thaththa
Thalatha Gunasekara
Willie's childhood nanny
Devika Karunaratne
Royal coronation birthmark possessor
Wijerathna Warakagoda
Silva
Trelicia Gunawardena
Dulcie
Chandra Kaluarachchi
Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lester James Peries
- Screenplay & Story
- Tissa Abeysekera
- Original Title
- නිධානය
- Country of Origin
- Sri Lanka
- Spoken Languages
- English, Sinhalese
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Tissa Nagodavithana Films (Private) Limited
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lester James Peries
Tissa Abeysekera
R. Anthonypillai
Department Leadership Roster
R. Anthonypillai
Producer
Tissa Abeysekera
Screenplay
Lester James Peries
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Treasure.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Treasure
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Treasure about?
Based on a short story written by G.B. Senanayake in one of his short story collection known as "The Revenge," the film revolves around a murder committed for the purpose of gaining access to a hidden treasure.
Who directed The Treasure?
The Treasure was directed by Lester James Peries.
Who stars in The Treasure?
The principal cast of The Treasure includes Gamini Fonseka, Malini Fonseka, Francis Perera, Saman Bokalawala, Mapa Gunaratne.
When was The Treasure released and how long is it?
The Treasure was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.