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The Entertainer
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The Entertainer

1960-07-25 · 104 min · ★ 6.2

Drama

Archie Rice, an old-time British vaudeville performer sinking into final defeat, schemes to stay in show business.

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Directors
Tony Richardson
Production companies
Woodfall Film Productions, Continental
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Laurence OlivierLaurence OlivierArchie Rice
Brenda De BanzieBrenda De BanziePhoebe Rice
Roger LiveseyRoger LiveseyBilly Rice
Joan PlowrightJoan PlowrightJean Rice
Alan BatesAlan BatesFrank Rice
Daniel MasseyDaniel MasseyGraham
Albert FinneyAlbert FinneyMick Rice
Shirley Anne FieldShirley Anne FieldTina Lapford
Thora HirdThora HirdMrs. Ada Lapford
Miriam KarlinMiriam KarlinRenée Baxter
Geoffrey TooneGeoffrey TooneHarold Hubbard
MacDonald HobleyMcDonald Hobley (as McDonald Hobley)
Anthony OliverInterviewer
Max BaconMax BaconCharlie Klein
George DoonanEddie Trimmer
James CullifordJames CullifordCobber Carson
Gilbert DavisBrother Bill
Charles GrayCharles GrayColumnist
Gwen NelsonLady at Pub
Hope JackmanMorecambe Mother

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