The Heat of the Day
Synopsis
In World War II England, a woman is approached by a man claiming to work as an intelligence agent who has found out her lover is a spy. He promises to not arrest him if she'll have a relationship with him.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christopher Morahan
- Screenplay & Story
- Harold Pinter
- Original Title
- The Heat of the Day
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Granada Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christopher Morahan
Harold Pinter
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Morahan
Director
Harold Pinter
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Heat of the Day
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What is The Heat of the Day about?
In World War II England, a woman is approached by a man claiming to work as an intelligence agent who has found out her lover is a spy. He promises to not arrest him if she'll have a relationship with him.
Who directed The Heat of the Day?
The Heat of the Day was directed by Christopher Morahan.
Who stars in The Heat of the Day?
The principal cast of The Heat of the Day includes Michael Gambon, Patricia Hodge, Michael York, Hilary Mason, Peggy Ashcroft.
When was The Heat of the Day released and how long is it?
The Heat of the Day was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.