The Philanthropist
1975-10-28 · 90 min · ★ 8.0
The original play by Christopher Hampton, was adapted into this made-for-TV movie and it offers witty dialogue in the midst of remarkable conflict among its privileged characters.
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- Directors
- Stuart Burge
- Production companies
- BBC
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Ronald PickupPhilip
Helen MirrenCelia
James BolamDon
Charles GrayBraham
Jacqueline PearceAraminta
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