The McGuffin
“From Voyeur To Victim....”
Synopsis
Paul Hatcher has a habit of spying on the neighbors across the way, something that gets him into deep trouble. Hatcher is a movie critic, and for awhile it looks like his main problem is keeping reality and the silver screen separate. But then a double murder occurs across the street after some mobsters cannot find an incriminating negative. After Hatcher discovers where the negative is hidden, he is bumped to the top on the assassins' hit list.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Colin Bucksey
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Thomas
- Original Title
- The McGuffin
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Colin Bucksey
Michael Thomas, John Bowen
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Colin Bucksey
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Michael Thomas
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What is The McGuffin about?
Paul Hatcher has a habit of spying on the neighbors across the way, something that gets him into deep trouble. Hatcher is a movie critic, and for awhile it looks like his main problem is keeping reality and the silver screen separate. But then a double murder occurs across the street after some mobsters cannot find an incriminating negative. After Hatcher discovers where the negative is hidden, he is bumped to the top on the assassins' hit list.
Who directed The McGuffin?
The McGuffin was directed by Colin Bucksey.
Who stars in The McGuffin?
The principal cast of The McGuffin includes Charles Dance, Ann Todd, Mark Rylance, Francis Matthews, Roger Lloyd Pack.
When was The McGuffin released and how long is it?
The McGuffin was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Is The McGuffin based on a book or true story?
The McGuffin is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Bowen".