Lease of Life (1954)
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.
Lease of LifeDrama
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
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