Dance with a Stranger
"It wasn't simply love. It was a case of cold-blooded passion."
Originally released in 1985. Dance with a Stranger is a crime/drama film. directed by Mike Newell.
Starring Miranda Richardson, Rupert Everett, and Ian Holm
Synopsis
Ruth Ellis lives with her ten-year old son Andy next to a night club. One night she meets David Blakely, and they start a love affair. However, for David with his upper-class background, it is impossible to uphold the relationship. He breaks up with her, something which makes Ellis, obsessed by him, very upset.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (52 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Miranda Richardson
as Ruth Ellis
Rupert Everett
as David Blakeley
Ian Holm
as Desmond Cussen
Matthew Carroll
as Andy
Tom Chadbon
as Anthony Findlater
Jane Bertish
as Carole Findlater
David Troughton
as Cliff Davis
Paul Mooney
as Clive Gunnell
Stratford Johns
as Morrie Conley
Joanne Whalley
as Christine
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- National Film Finance Corporation (NFFC)
- Goldcrest
- Film4 Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dance with a Stranger about?
Ruth Ellis lives with her ten-year old son Andy next to a night club. One night she meets David Blakely, and they start a love affair. However, for David with his upper-class background, it is impo...
Who directed Dance with a Stranger?
Dance with a Stranger was directed by Mike Newell.
How long is Dance with a Stranger?
Dance with a Stranger has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Dance with a Stranger released?
Dance with a Stranger was released on March 1, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dance with a Stranger?
The main cast of Dance with a Stranger includes Miranda Richardson, Rupert Everett, Ian Holm, Matthew Carroll, Tom Chadbon.