Woman of Straw(1964)
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Overview
Anthony Richmond schemes to get the fortune of his tyrannical, wheelchair-using tycoon uncle Charles Richmond by persuading Maria, a nurse he employs, to marry him.
Director
Basil Dearden
Studio
Michael Relph Productions
Cast
Gina Lollobrigida
as Maria Marcello
Sean Connery
as Anthony Richmond
Ralph Richardson
as Charles Richmond
Alexander Knox
as Detective Inspector Lomer
Johnny Sekka
as Thomas
Peter Madden
as Yacht Captain
Danny Daniels
as Fenton
Laurence Hardy
as Baines
Michael Goodliffe
as Solicitor
André Morell
as Judge
Noel Howlett
as Assistant Solicitor
Douglas Wilmer
as Dr. Murray
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1964
Runtime
2h 2m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Production Companies
Michael Relph Productions • United Artists
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Where can I watch Woman of Straw?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Woman of Straw (1964).
What is Woman of Straw about?▼
Anthony Richmond schemes to get the fortune of his tyrannical, wheelchair-using tycoon uncle Charles Richmond by persuading Maria, a nurse he employs, to marry him.
Who directed Woman of Straw?▼
Woman of Straw was directed by Basil Dearden and released in 1964. It is a crime, drama, thriller film.
How long is Woman of Straw?▼
Woman of Straw has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
Who stars in Woman of Straw?▼
The cast of Woman of Straw includes Gina Lollobrigida as Maria Marcello, Sean Connery as Anthony Richmond, Ralph Richardson as Charles Richmond, Alexander Knox as Detective Inspector Lomer, Johnny Sekka as Thomas and more.
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