Lease of Life
Drama
A picture for every man who has a woman - for every woman who believes in one man.
William Thorne, vicar of a small village, leads a modest life as a clergyman. Supporting his wife Vera and musically talented daughter Susan with his work, Thorne is also thoroughly devoted to his community. When he finds out that he doesn't have long to live, however, Thorne rethinks his staid existence and develops a more vibrant way of being, affecting all of those around him.
1954-10-18
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Cast
Director
Charles Frend
Robert Donat as Rev William Thorne
Kay Walsh as Mrs. Vera Thorne
Denholm Elliott as Martin Blake
Adrienne Corri as Susan Thorne
Walter Fitzgerald as The Dean
Reginald Beckwith as Journalist Foley
Vida Hope as Mrs. Sproatley
Cyril Raymond as Headmaster
Russell Waters as Russell
Richard Wattis as Solicitor
Frank Atkinson as Verger
Alan Webb as Dr. Pembury
Frederick Piper as Jeweller
Richard Leech as Carter
Edie Martin as Miss Calthorp's Friend
Lockwood West as Bookdealer
John Salew as Sproatley's Doctor
Jean Anderson as Miss Calthorp
Mark Dignam as Mr. Black
Sheila Raynor as Mistress of Ceremonies
Jim Brady as Engine Driver (uncredited)