A Dinner Date with Death movie poster

A Dinner Date with Death

October 30, 1950 0h 26m

Originally released in 1950. A Dinner Date with Death is a tv movie film. directed by Eric Fawcett. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Roy Plomley, Robert Ayres, and Patricia Jessel

Synopsis

Considered to be the earliest surviving example of a British play-to-screen drama, this served as a pilot for an anthology series called ‘The Man Who Walks by Night’ where a Silver Shroud type figure tells a different tale of mystery and suspense each week. It was approved of generally, but a freeze on funding brought it to a premature end. In this entry, a wealthy man who’s made many enemies, including his soon to be ex-wife, his ex-partner in crime and the son of a business partner he drove to suicide. He invites them to dinner to tempt fate, the sheer thrill enthralling him. But will he survive?

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 30, 1950 75 years ago
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Runtime 0h 26m 26 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • BBC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Dinner Date with Death about?

Considered to be the earliest surviving example of a British play-to-screen drama, this served as a pilot for an anthology series called ‘The Man Who Walks by Night’ where a Silver Shroud type ...

Who directed A Dinner Date with Death?

A Dinner Date with Death was directed by Eric Fawcett.

How long is A Dinner Date with Death?

A Dinner Date with Death has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).

When was A Dinner Date with Death released?

A Dinner Date with Death was released on October 30, 1950 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Dinner Date with Death?

The main cast of A Dinner Date with Death includes Roy Plomley, Robert Ayres, Patricia Jessel, Campbell Cotts.