The Rivals
Synopsis
A pair of hoodlums steal a car in which there is a note - a ransom letter - directed to a wealthy man whose daughter has just been kidnapped. The two gangsters stole the abductor's car and when they find the note, they decide to take advantage of the situation and collect the money.
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Jack Gwillim
Rolf Nelson
Erica Rogers
Kim Harris
Brian Smith
Steve Houston
Tony Garnett
Jimmy Vosler
Barry Linehan
Paul Kenyon
Murray Hayne
Alex Nichols
Howard Greene
Eddy McQuire
Philip Latham
Lawrence
Maria Lennard
Phillipa Martin
Jack Rodney
Mick O'Leary
Donna Pearson
Christina Neilson
Anthony Bailey
Jumbo Johnson
Michael Mellinger
Waiter
Ann Bassett
Lift Attendant
Peter Thomas
Police Constable
Oliver MacGreevy
Cafe Owner
George Grimshaw Brown
Douglas
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Varnel
- Screenplay & Story
- John Roddick
- Original Score
- Bernard Ebbinghouse
- Original Title
- The Rivals
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- Merton Park Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Varnel
John Roddick, Edgar Wallace
Bernard Ebbinghouse
James Wilson
Derek Holding
Jack Greenwood
Department Leadership Roster
Max Varnel
Director
John Roddick
Screenplay
Jack Greenwood
Producer
James Wilson
Director of Photography
Derek Holding
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rivals
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Rivals about?
A pair of hoodlums steal a car in which there is a note - a ransom letter - directed to a wealthy man whose daughter has just been kidnapped. The two gangsters stole the abductor's car and when they find the note, they decide to take advantage of the situation and collect the money.
Who directed The Rivals?
The Rivals was directed by Max Varnel.
Who stars in The Rivals?
The principal cast of The Rivals includes Jack Gwillim, Erica Rogers, Brian Smith, Tony Garnett, Barry Linehan.
When was The Rivals released and how long is it?
The Rivals was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 56m.
Who composed the musical score for The Rivals?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Rivals was composed by Bernard Ebbinghouse.