The Widowmaker
Synopsis
The Widowmaker is a 1990 made for television film starring Annabelle Apsion, Alun Armstrong, David Morrissey and Kenneth Welsh. The film deals with a woman whose husband has been arrested after going on a killing rampage and the reaction of her local community. It was produced In the United Kingdom by Central Independent Television for the ITV Network and aired on 29 December 1990. It received a nomination for Best Single Drama at the 1991 BAFTA Awards.
Top Cast
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Annabelle Apsion
Kathy
David Morrissey
Rob
Alun Armstrong
Dad
Eileen Nicholas
Mum
Kenneth Welsh
Atkinson
Flaminia Cinque
Sally
Gareth Marks
Barry
Al Hunter Ashton
Mr Wilding
Hugh Armstrong
Michael Finch
Helen Anderson
Troy
Charlotte Barker
Vicky Pierce
Peter Guinness
DS Wills
Kate Byers
Junior Police Officer
Richard Cubison
Dr Beloff
Aaron Dawson
Tom
Jane Gurnett
Sharon
Colin Jeavons
Mr Crathew
Brian Hickey
Malcolm
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Madden
- Screenplay & Story
- Jeremy Brock
- Original Score
- Rachel Portman
- Original Title
- The Widowmaker
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- ITV Central
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Madden
Jeremy Brock
Rachel Portman
Michael Coulter
David Rees
Ted Childs, Deirdre Keir
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Coulter
Director of Photography
Jeremy Brock
Writer
John Madden
Director
Deirdre Keir
Producer
Rachel Portman
Original Music Composer
David Rees
Editor
Chris Edwards
Production Design
Eileen Hubball
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Widowmaker
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Widowmaker about?
The Widowmaker is a 1990 made for television film starring Annabelle Apsion, Alun Armstrong, David Morrissey and Kenneth Welsh. The film deals with a woman whose husband has been arrested after going on a killing rampage and the reaction of her local community. It was produced In the United Kingdom by Central Independent Television for the ITV Network and aired on 29 December 1990. It received a nomination for Best Single Drama at the 1991 BAFTA Awards.
Who directed The Widowmaker?
The Widowmaker was directed by John Madden.
Who stars in The Widowmaker?
The principal cast of The Widowmaker includes Annabelle Apsion, David Morrissey, Alun Armstrong, Eileen Nicholas, Kenneth Welsh.
When was The Widowmaker released and how long is it?
The Widowmaker was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Widowmaker?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Widowmaker was composed by Rachel Portman.