The Luddites
Synopsis
In 1812 there were violent disturbances in Yorkshire when new machines were introduced into the wool industry. This film is an interpretation of those events made in the style of a documentary.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Steven Alvey
Henry Smith
Ray Armstrong
Militia Sargent
Dicken Ashworth
William Thorpe
David Becalick
George Meller
Jim Bywater
William Cartwright
Charles Collingwood
David Ricardo
Jeannie Crowther
Mrs Armitage
David Fleeshman
Enoch Taylor
Stephen Frost
William Hinchcliffe
Peter Geeves
Poor Law Officer
John Graham
Edward Baines
Alexander John
Narrator
Norman Mann
Surgeon
Anthony Milner
William Horsfall
Henry Moxon
Home Secretary
Victoria O'Keefe
Anne Bamforth
Stephen Petcher
Ben Walker
Neil Phillips
John Bamforth
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Broad
- Original Title
- The Luddites
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 51m
- Production Studios
- Thames Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Broad
Taylor Downing
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Broad
Director
Taylor Downing
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Luddites
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What is The Luddites about?
In 1812 there were violent disturbances in Yorkshire when new machines were introduced into the wool industry. This film is an interpretation of those events made in the style of a documentary.
Who directed The Luddites?
The Luddites was directed by Richard Broad.
Who stars in The Luddites?
The principal cast of The Luddites includes Steven Alvey, Ray Armstrong, Dicken Ashworth, David Becalick, Jim Bywater.
When was The Luddites released and how long is it?
The Luddites was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 51m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Luddites?
The Luddites holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).