High Jump
Synopsis
After he accidentally causes the death of his partner, trapeze artist Bill Ryan leaves the circus and sinks into an alcoholic mire of self-pity. Things look up when elegant Jackie Field takes interest in Bill, but she hides a sinister motive. Ignoring Kitty, the shopgirl who adores him, Bill falls for Jackie and joins her gang of thieves, but the daring stunt she has him perform may lead to disaster.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Godfrey Grayson
- Screenplay & Story
- Eldon Howard, Brian Clemens
- Original Title
- High Jump
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Danziger Productions Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Godfrey Grayson
Eldon Howard, Brian Clemens
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Godfrey Grayson
Director
Eldon Howard
Writer
Brian Clemens
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Frequently Asked Questions About High Jump
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What is High Jump about?
After he accidentally causes the death of his partner, trapeze artist Bill Ryan leaves the circus and sinks into an alcoholic mire of self-pity. Things look up when elegant Jackie Field takes interest in Bill, but she hides a sinister motive. Ignoring Kitty, the shopgirl who adores him, Bill falls for Jackie and joins her gang of thieves, but the daring stunt she has him perform may lead to disaster.
Who directed High Jump?
High Jump was directed by Godfrey Grayson.
Who stars in High Jump?
The principal cast of High Jump includes Richard Wyler, Lisa Daniely, Leigh Madison, Michael Peake, Arnold Bell.
When was High Jump released and how long is it?
High Jump was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.