The Weaker Sex
Synopsis
A British housewife does her own battles against the enemy during World War II.
Top Cast
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Ursula Jeans
Martha Dacre
Cecil Parker
Geoffrey Radcliffe
Joan Hopkins
Helen Dacre Winan
Derek Bond
Lt. Comdr. Nigel Winan
Thora Hird
Mrs. Gaye
Bill Owen
Soldier with Chicken
Lana Morris
Lolly Dacre McIntyre
John Stone
Roddy McIntyre
Digby Wolfe
Benjie Dacre
Marian Spencer
Harriet Lessing
Kynaston Reeves
Captain Dishart
Basil Appleby
Kathleen Boutall
Dorothy Bramhall
Mrs. Monica Maling
Campbell Cotts
Helen Goss
Marjorie Gresley
Shop Supervisor
Gladys Henson
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Ward Baker
- Screenplay & Story
- Esther McCracken, Paul Soskin
- Original Score
- Arthur Wilkinson
- Original Title
- The Weaker Sex
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- J. Arthur Rank Organisation, Two Cities Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy Ward Baker
Esther McCracken, Paul Soskin
Arthur Wilkinson
Erwin Hillier
Michael C. Chorlton, Joseph Sterling
Paul Soskin, Herbert Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Esther McCracken
Writer
Paul Soskin
Producer
Michael C. Chorlton
Editor
Erwin Hillier
Director of Photography
Joseph Sterling
Editor
Paul Soskin
Writer
Roy Ward Baker
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Weaker Sex
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Weaker Sex about?
A British housewife does her own battles against the enemy during World War II.
Who directed The Weaker Sex?
The Weaker Sex was directed by Roy Ward Baker.
Who stars in The Weaker Sex?
The principal cast of The Weaker Sex includes Ursula Jeans, Cecil Parker, Joan Hopkins, Derek Bond, Thora Hird.
When was The Weaker Sex released and how long is it?
The Weaker Sex was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for The Weaker Sex?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Weaker Sex was composed by Arthur Wilkinson.