Life for Ruth
Originally released in 1962. Life for Ruth is a drama film. directed by Basil Dearden.
Starring Michael Craig, Patrick McGoohan, and Janet Munro
Synopsis
John Harris finds himself ostracized and placed on trial for allowing his daughter Ruth to die. His religious beliefs forbade him to give consent for a blood transfusion that would have saved her life. Doctor Brown is determined to seek justice for what he sees as the needless death of a young girl.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 6, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Allied Film Makers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life for Ruth about?
John Harris finds himself ostracized and placed on trial for allowing his daughter Ruth to die. His religious beliefs forbade him to give consent for a blood transfusion that would have saved her l...
Who directed Life for Ruth?
Life for Ruth was directed by Basil Dearden.
How long is Life for Ruth?
Life for Ruth has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Life for Ruth released?
Life for Ruth was released on September 6, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Life for Ruth?
The main cast of Life for Ruth includes Michael Craig, Patrick McGoohan, Janet Munro, Paul Rogers, Malcolm Keen.