The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner
Storyline
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.
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Cast & Crew
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)
John Thaw
Bosworth (uncredited)
Arthur Mullard
Chief Borstal Officer (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner was released on September 20, 1962.
The runtime of The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner is 1h 44m.
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner is a Drama movie.
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner has a rating of 7.2 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner was directed by Tony Richardson.
The main cast of The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner includes Michael Redgrave, Tom Courtenay, Avis Bunnage.
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner is originally in English.