Double Dare
Synopsis
Martin Ellis (Alan Dobie) is a blocked screenwriter who invites Helen, an actress (Kika Markham), to a hotel in central London to discuss an idea for a play he is writing with her in mind. As they discuss the play, Martin discovers that a businessman and an escort named Carol are sat at a nearby table and appear to be speaking lines from the as yet unwritten piece. Martin becomes anxious at what will eventually become of the girl, already knowing that the play will not have a happy resolution
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Mackenzie
- Screenplay & Story
- Dennis Potter
- Original Title
- Double Dare
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Mackenzie
Dennis Potter
Kenith Trodd
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John Mackenzie
Director
Dennis Potter
Writer
Kenith Trodd
Producer
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What is Double Dare about?
Martin Ellis (Alan Dobie) is a blocked screenwriter who invites Helen, an actress (Kika Markham), to a hotel in central London to discuss an idea for a play he is writing with her in mind. As they discuss the play, Martin discovers that a businessman and an escort named Carol are sat at a nearby table and appear to be speaking lines from the as yet unwritten piece. Martin becomes anxious at what will eventually become of the girl, already knowing that the play will not have a happy resolution
Who directed Double Dare?
Double Dare was directed by John Mackenzie.
Who stars in Double Dare?
The principal cast of Double Dare includes Alan Dobie, Kika Markham, Joe Melia, Malcolm Terris, Linda Beckett.
When was Double Dare released and how long is it?
Double Dare was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.