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- Director
- Mike Newell
- Screenplay & Story
- Piers Paul Read
- Original Title
- The Childhood Friend
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mike Newell
Piers Paul Read
Graeme MacDonald
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Graeme MacDonald
Producer
Mike Newell
Director
Piers Paul Read
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Childhood Friend
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Childhood Friend about?
On holiday, with his family, nothing to do and his wife ill, Sasha (Alexander) is only too pleased to meet again the girl he loved at 17.
Who directed The Childhood Friend?
The Childhood Friend was directed by Mike Newell.
Who stars in The Childhood Friend?
The principal cast of The Childhood Friend includes Anthony Hopkins, Susan Fleetwood, Alison Key, George Pravda, Joan Haythorne.
When was The Childhood Friend released and how long is it?
The Childhood Friend was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.