Biting the Hands
Synopsis
Linda and Gail are Hell's Belles - an alternative comedy double act. When success begins to beckon, they must decide whether to change their act or keep doing what they believe in. Are their principles justified - or are they just 'biting the hands' that feed them?
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Louise Beattie
Gail
Judith Sweeney
Linda
Anne Kristen
Sheila
Ewan Stewart
Phil
Stephanie Fayerman
Karen
Andrew Robertson
Jim
Tony Roper
Gordon
Billy McElhaney
Joe
Audrey Jenkinson
Jackie
Hilary Maclean
Student
Douglas Anderson
Paul
Kerry Arthur
Wendy
Marcus Railton
1st Squaddie
Kenny MaFadyen
2nd Squaddie
David Tennant
3rd Squaddie
Johnny Irvine
Old Man at Bar (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carol Wilks
- Screenplay & Story
- Rona Munro
- Original Title
- Biting the Hands
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carol Wilks
Rona Munro
Department Leadership Roster
Carol Wilks
Director
Rona Munro
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Biting the Hands
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Biting the Hands about?
Linda and Gail are Hell's Belles - an alternative comedy double act. When success begins to beckon, they must decide whether to change their act or keep doing what they believe in. Are their principles justified - or are they just 'biting the hands' that feed them?
Who directed Biting the Hands?
Biting the Hands was directed by Carol Wilks.
Who stars in Biting the Hands?
The principal cast of Biting the Hands includes Louise Beattie, Judith Sweeney, Anne Kristen, Ewan Stewart, Stephanie Fayerman.
When was Biting the Hands released and how long is it?
Biting the Hands was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.