Dance with a Stranger (1985)
Dance with a Stranger is a 1985 crime movie directed by Mike Newell, with a running time of 1h 42m. It stars Miranda Richardson, Rupert Everett and Ian Holm.
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 answers
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 impossible to uphold the relationship. He breaks up with her, something which makes Ellis, obsessed by him, very upset.
When was Dance with a Stranger released?
Dance with a Stranger was released on 1 March 1985.
How long is Dance with a Stranger?
Dance with a Stranger runs 1h 42m.
Who made Dance with a Stranger?
Dance with a Stranger was directed by Mike Newell.
Where can I watch Dance with a Stranger?
Dance with a Stranger is available on MGM Plus, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV and fuboTV.
Where to watch Dance with a Stranger
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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
- Susan Kyd as Barbara
- Lesley Manville as Maryanne