Backdrop
1954 Drama 1h 34m

Lease of Life

"A picture for every man who has a woman - for every woman who believes in one man."

William Thorne, vicar of a small village, leads a modest life as a clergyman. Supporting his wife Vera and musically talented daughter Susan with his work, Thorne is also thoroughly devoted to his community. When he finds out that he doesn't have long to live, however, Thorne rethinks his staid existence and develops a more vibrant way of being, affecting all of those around him.

7.4 TMDB RATING
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Principal Cast

Robert Donat

Rev William Thorne

Kay Walsh

Mrs. Vera Thorne

Denholm Elliott

Martin Blake

Adrienne Corri

Susan Thorne

Walter Fitzgerald

The Dean

Reginald Beckwith

Journalist Foley

Vida Hope

Mrs. Sproatley

Cyril Raymond

Headmaster

Russell Waters

Russell

Richard Wattis

Solicitor

Beckett Bould

Mr. Sproatley

Robert Sandford

Boy with Book

Frank Atkinson

Verger

Alan Webb

Dr. Pembury

Frederick Piper

Jeweller

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