The Hireling
Synopsis
Based on the novel by L. P. Hartley, The Hireling is a dissection of antiquated but hardly dormant British class distinctions as a lonely socialite and her chauffeur become more than friends.
Top Cast
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Robert Shaw
Steven Ledbetter
Sarah Miles
Lady Franklin
Peter Egan
Captain Hugh Cantrip
Caroline Mortimer
Connie
Elizabeth Sellars
Lady Franklin's mother
Ian Hogg
Davis
Lyndon Brook
Doctor
Patricia Lawrence
Mrs. Hansen
Petra Markham
Edith
Christine Hargreaves
Doreen
Alison Leggatt
Passenger with Dog
Alec Wallis
Pub Landlord
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 10, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Bridges
- Screenplay & Story
- Wolf Mankowitz
- Original Score
- Marc Wilkinson
- Original Title
- The Hireling
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- World Film Services, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Bridges
Wolf Mankowitz, L.P. Hartley
Marc Wilkinson
Michael Reed
Ben Arbeid
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Arbeid
Producer
Alan Bridges
Director
Wolf Mankowitz
Screenplay
Michael Reed
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hireling
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Hireling about?
Based on the novel by L. P. Hartley, The Hireling is a dissection of antiquated but hardly dormant British class distinctions as a lonely socialite and her chauffeur become more than friends.
Who directed The Hireling?
The Hireling was directed by Alan Bridges.
Who stars in The Hireling?
The principal cast of The Hireling includes Robert Shaw, Sarah Miles, Peter Egan, Caroline Mortimer, Elizabeth Sellars.
When was The Hireling released and how long is it?
The Hireling was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hireling?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hireling was composed by Marc Wilkinson.
Is The Hireling based on a book or true story?
The Hireling is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "L.P. Hartley".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hireling?
The Hireling holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).