The Ruling Class (1972)
The Ruling Class is a 1972 comedy movie directed by Peter Medak, with a running time of 2h 34m. It stars Peter O'Toole, Alastair Sim and Arthur Lowe.
When the Earl of Gurney dies in a cross-dressing accident, his schizophrenic son, Jack, inherits the Gurney estate. Jack is not the average nobleman; he sings and dances across the estate and thinks he is Jesus reincarnated. Believing that Jack is mentally unfit to own the estate, the Gurney family plots to steal Jack's inheritance. As their outrageous schemes fail, the family strives to cure Jack of his bizarre behavior, with disastrous results.
Quick answers
What is The Ruling Class about?
When the Earl of Gurney dies in a cross-dressing accident, his schizophrenic son, Jack, inherits the Gurney estate. Jack is not the average nobleman; he sings and dances across the estate and thinks he is Jesus reincarnated. Believing that Jack is mentally unfit to own the estate, the Gurney family plots to steal Jack's inheritance. As their outrageous schemes fail, the family strives to cure Jack of his bizarre behavior, with disastrous results.
When was The Ruling Class released?
The Ruling Class was released on 24 May 1972.
How long is The Ruling Class?
The Ruling Class runs 2h 34m.
Who made The Ruling Class?
The Ruling Class was directed by Peter Medak.
Where can I watch The Ruling Class?
The Ruling Class is available on Britbox Apple TV Channel , Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and YouTube TV.
Where to watch The Ruling Class
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Cast
- Peter O'Toole as Jack 14th Earl of Gurney
- Alastair Sim as Bishop Lampton
- Arthur Lowe as Tucker
- Harry Andrews as 13th Earl of Gurney
- Coral Browne as Lady Claire Gurney
- Michael Bryant as Dr. Herder
- Nigel Green as McKyle
- William Mervyn as Sir Charles Gurney
- Carolyn Seymour as Grace Shelley
- James Villiers as Dinsdale
- Kay Walsh as Mrs. Piggott-Jones
- Patsy Byrne as Mrs. Treadwell