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South Riding (1974)

TV Series ★ 9.0 50 min

Drama

Headmistress Sarah Burton, a left-wing feminist, is disgusted by the social injustices faced by her pupils. In spite of her beliefs, she reluctantly finds herself falling in love with a Tory landowner whose wife is suffering from insanity.

James Ormerod Director Alastair Reid Director Stan Barstow Writer

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Quick facts

Released
September 16, 1974
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
tt0159211
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
Yorkshire Television

Cast

Dorothy Tutin Dorothy Tutin Sarah Burton Hermione Baddeley Hermione Baddeley Mrs. Beddows Nigel Davenport Nigel Davenport Robert Carne Judi Bowker Judi Bowker Midge Carne Clive Swift Clive Swift Alfred E. Huggins John Cater John Cater Anthony Snaith Norman Jones Norman Jones Joe Astell Lesley Dunlop Lesley Dunlop Lydia Holly Bernard Kay Bernard Kay Tom Sawdon Ray Mort Ray Mort Barney Holly John Comer John Comer Bill Heyer

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Frequently asked questions

What is South Riding about?
Headmistress Sarah Burton, a left-wing feminist, is disgusted by the social injustices faced by her pupils. In spite of her beliefs, she reluctantly finds herself falling in love with a Tory landowner whose wife is suffering from insanity.
Who created South Riding?
South Riding was created by James Ormerod, Alastair Reid.
Who stars in South Riding?
South Riding stars Dorothy Tutin, Hermione Baddeley, Nigel Davenport, Judi Bowker.
When was South Riding released?
South Riding is a 1974 drama series.
Where can I watch South Riding?
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