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Ordeal by Innocence
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Ordeal by Innocence

1984-06-22 · 90 min · ★ 5.1

Mystery · Thriller · Crime

Dr. Arthur Calgary visits the Argyle family to return an address book lost some time ago by Jack Argyle, only to find out that Jack has been executed for the murder of his mother. Calgary can prove that Jack was innocent. In spite of opposition from a hostile family, he is determined to solve the crime.

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Directors
Desmond Davis, Alan Birkinshaw
Production companies
London-Cannon Films, The Cannon Group, Golan-Globus Productions
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Donald SutherlandDonald SutherlandDr. Arthur Calgary
Christopher PlummerChristopher PlummerLeo Argyle
Sarah MilesSarah MilesMary Durant
Annette CrosbieAnnette CrosbieKirsten Lindstrom
Faye DunawayFaye DunawayRachel Argyle
Ian McShaneIan McShanePhilip Durant
Diana QuickDiana QuickGwenda Vaughan
Michael ElphickMichael ElphickInspector Huish
George InnesGeorge InnesArchie Leach
Valerie WhittingtonHester Argyle
Phoebe NichollsPhoebe NichollsTina Argyle
Michael MaloneyMichael MaloneyMicky Argyle
Cassie StuartCassie StuartMaureen Clegg
Anita CareyAnita CareyMartha Jessup
Ron PemberRon PemberFerryman
Brian GloverBrian GloverExecutioner
Billy McCollJack Argyle
Robert McBainHotel Manager

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