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Look Back in Anger

1959·Movie·NR·98 min·6.7(78)

The story that peels bare the raging emotions of today's angry young generation!

A disillusioned, angry university graduate comes to terms with his grudge against middle-class life and values.

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About Look Back in Anger

Look Back in Anger is a 1959 English-language drama film directed by Tony Richardson. The cast is led by Richard Burton, Claire Bloom, Mary Ure. It has a runtime of 1h 38m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel.

Look Back in Anger was produced by Woodfall Film Productions and made in United Kingdom. It was released on September 15, 1959, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Tony Richardson
Writers
Nigel Kneale
Release date
September 15, 1959
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Woodfall Film Productions
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Look Back in Anger cast & crew

Look Back in Anger was directed by Tony Richardson and written by Nigel Kneale.

The cast features Richard Burton as Jimmy Porter, Claire Bloom as Helena Charles, Mary Ure as Alison Porter, Edith Evans as Mrs. Tanner, Gary Raymond as Cliff Lewis, and Glen Byam Shaw as Colonel Redfern.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Chris Barber, cinematography is by Oswald Morris, and it was produced by Harry Saltzman and Gordon Scott.

Is Look Back in Anger worth watching?

Look Back in Anger holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 78 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 38m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, Look Back in Anger is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Look Back in Anger

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Cast of Look Back in Anger

Richard Burton

Richard Burton

Jimmy Porter

Claire Bloom

Claire Bloom

Helena Charles

Mary Ure

Mary Ure

Alison Porter

Edith Evans

Edith Evans

Mrs. Tanner

Gary Raymond

Gary Raymond

Cliff Lewis

Glen Byam Shaw

Glen Byam Shaw

Colonel Redfern

George Devine

George Devine

Doctor

Donald Pleasence

Donald Pleasence

Hurst

Phyllis Neilson-Terry

Phyllis Neilson-Terry

Mrs. Redfern

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Jane Eccles

Miss Drury

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S.P. Kapoor

Kapoor

Walter Hudd

Walter Hudd

Actor

Look Back in Anger — FAQs

Where can I watch Look Back in Anger in United States?

Look Back in Anger is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, HBO Max in United States.

Is Look Back in Anger on HBO Max Amazon Channel?

Yes — Look Back in Anger is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.

What language is Look Back in Anger in?

Look Back in Anger is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Look Back in Anger?

Look Back in Anger runs 1 hours 38 minutes (98 minutes).

What is Look Back in Anger rated?

Look Back in Anger is rated NR. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 78 ratings.

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