The Liquidator
“Right between the eyes is where it hits you . . . Boysie Oakes is DEADLIER than the most dangerous spy !”
Synopsis
Lighthearted spy drama about Boysie Oakes, who takes a nice job with the British Secret Service, enjoys all the perks, and signs all the forms before learning that his job depends on murdering people, and not romancing all the beautiful civilian staff in Whitehall.
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The Liquidator (Original Theatrical Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-07
Top Cast
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Rod Taylor
Brian Ian "Boysie" Oakes
Trevor Howard
Mostyn
Jill St. John
Iris MacIntosh
Wilfrid Hyde-White
Chief
Eric Sykes
Griffen
John Le Mesurier
Chekhov
Derek Nimmo
Fly
David Tomlinson
Quadrant
Akim Tamiroff
Sheriek
Gabriella Licudi
Corale
Jennifer Jayne
Janice Benedict
Suzy Kendall
Judith
Richard Wattis
Flying Instructor
Jeremy Lloyd
Male Secretary
Heller Toren
Benedict's Assistant
Betty McDowall
Frances Anne Chandler
Daniel Emilfork
Gregory
Jo Rowbottom
Betty
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 28, 1966
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Cardiff
- Screenplay & Story
- John Gardner, Peter Yeldham
- Original Score
- Lalo Schifrin
- Original Title
- The Liquidator
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Cardiff
John Gardner, Peter Yeldham
Lalo Schifrin
Edward Scaife
Ernest Walter
Leslie Elliot, Jon Penington
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Cardiff
Director
Peter Yeldham
Writer
Jon Penington
Producer
Joan Bridge
Costume Design
Elizabeth Haffenden
Costume Design
Lalo Schifrin
Original Music Composer
Edward Scaife
Director of Photography
Ernest Walter
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Liquidator
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Liquidator about?
Lighthearted spy drama about Boysie Oakes, who takes a nice job with the British Secret Service, enjoys all the perks, and signs all the forms before learning that his job depends on murdering people, and not romancing all the beautiful civilian staff in Whitehall.
Who directed The Liquidator?
The Liquidator was directed by Jack Cardiff.
Who stars in The Liquidator?
The principal cast of The Liquidator includes Rod Taylor, Trevor Howard, Jill St. John, Wilfrid Hyde-White, Eric Sykes.
When was The Liquidator released and how long is it?
The Liquidator was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Liquidator?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Liquidator was composed by Lalo Schifrin.
Is The Liquidator based on a book or true story?
The Liquidator is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Gardner".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Liquidator?
The Liquidator holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).