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The Hireling (1973)

Movie ★ 5.8 108 min

Drama Romance

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.

Alan Bridges Director

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Quick facts

Released
June 10, 1973
Runtime
108 min
Rating
PG
IMDb
tt0070180
Language
Studio
World Film Services,

Themes

Cast

Robert Shaw Robert Shaw Steven Ledbetter Sarah Miles Sarah Miles Lady Franklin Peter Egan Peter Egan Captain Hugh Cantrip Caroline Mortimer Caroline Mortimer Connie Elizabeth Sellars Elizabeth Sellars Lady Franklin's mother Ian Hogg Ian Hogg Davis Lyndon Brook Lyndon Brook Doctor Patricia Lawrence Mrs. Hansen Petra Markham Petra Markham Edith Christine Hargreaves Christine Hargreaves Doreen Alison Leggatt Alison Leggatt Passenger with Dog Alec Wallis Pub Landlord

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Frequently asked questions

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 Hireling stars Robert Shaw, Sarah Miles, Peter Egan, Caroline Mortimer.
When was The Hireling released?
The Hireling is a 1973 drama, romance film.
Where can I watch The Hireling?
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