The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner
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Released: Sep 20, 1962
Runtime: 1h 44m
Rating: ⭐ 7.2 / 10
Drama
Overview
A rebellious youth, sentenced to a boy’s reformatory for robbing a bakery, rises through the ranks of the institution by impressing its Governor through his prowess as a long distance runner. He is encouraged to compete in an upcoming race, but faces ridicule from his peers.
Top Billed Cast

Michael Redgrave
Ruxton Towers Reformatory Governor

Tom Courtenay
Colin Smith

Avis Bunnage
Mrs. Smith

Alec McCowen
Brown, House Master

James Bolam
Mike

Joe Robinson
Roach

Dervis Ward
Detective

Topsy Jane
Audrey

Julia Foster
Gladys

James Fox
Willy Gunthorpe - Ranley School Runner (uncredited)