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On Duty

April 16, 1984

Originally released in 1984. On Duty is a documentary/drama film. directed by Cassie McFarlane.

Starring Pearl Wilson, Michael Hamilton, and Sylvester Williams

Synopsis

Based on Beverley Provost’s original idea, On Duty was subsequently produced as a drama/documentary for Channel 4’s Eleventh Hour Series, and was about Rita Maxim’s ongoing struggle as a union shop steward with the management at St Mary’s Hospital, Harrow Road, Paddington, northwest London. Rita refused to sign the new privatisation contract imposed by the hospital management, and was subsequently summarily dismissed.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 16, 1984 41 years ago
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Channel 4 Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is On Duty about?

Based on Beverley Provost’s original idea, On Duty was subsequently produced as a drama/documentary for Channel 4’s Eleventh Hour Series, and was about Rita Maxim’s ongoing struggle as a unio...

Who directed On Duty?

On Duty was directed by Cassie McFarlane.

When was On Duty released?

On Duty was released on April 16, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in On Duty?

The main cast of On Duty includes Pearl Wilson, Michael Hamilton, Sylvester Williams, Yvonne Weekes, Lyn Langridge.