The Barretts of Wimpole Street
Synopsis
Jane Lapotaire and Joss Ackland star in this adaptation of Rudolph Besier's play. Elizabeth Barrett is kept a virtual prisoner by her father. Then the poet Robert Browning bursts into her life.
Top Cast
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Jane Lapotaire
Elisabeth Moulton-Barrett
Joss Ackland
Edward Moulton-Barrett
Jeremy Brett
Robert Browning
Nigel Stock
Dr. Chambers
Lea Brodie
Henrietta Barrett
Carmen du Sautoy
Arabel Barrett
Alex Guard
Octavius Barrett
Stephen Kemble
Septimus Barrett
David Holloway
Alfred Barrett
Haydn Wood
Charles Barrett
John Leeson
Henry Barrett
Geoffrey Collins
George Barrett
Stacy Dorning
Bella Hedley
Malcolm Tierney
Henry Bevan
Michael Troughton
Capt. Surtees Cook
John Bryans
Dr. Ford-Waterlow
Kate David
Wilson
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 30, 1982
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Darlow
- Screenplay & Story
- Rudolph Besier
- Original Score
- Francis Shaw
- Original Title
- The Barretts of Wimpole Street
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 42m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Darlow
Rudolph Besier
Francis Shaw
Shaun Sutton
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Darlow
Director
Rudolph Besier
Writer
Shaun Sutton
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Barretts of Wimpole Street
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What is The Barretts of Wimpole Street about?
Jane Lapotaire and Joss Ackland star in this adaptation of Rudolph Besier's play. Elizabeth Barrett is kept a virtual prisoner by her father. Then the poet Robert Browning bursts into her life.
Who directed The Barretts of Wimpole Street?
The Barretts of Wimpole Street was directed by Michael Darlow.
Who stars in The Barretts of Wimpole Street?
The principal cast of The Barretts of Wimpole Street includes Jane Lapotaire, Joss Ackland, Jeremy Brett, Nigel Stock, Lea Brodie.
When was The Barretts of Wimpole Street released and how long is it?
The Barretts of Wimpole Street was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 2h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Barretts of Wimpole Street?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Barretts of Wimpole Street was composed by Francis Shaw.