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The Ruling Class

The Ruling Class

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Ruling Class
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 1972-09-13
  • Runtime: 154 minutes
  • Rating: 6.424/10 (86 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Keep Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.1962
  • Languages: German, English, French, Italian, Latin

Cast & Crew

Peter O'Toole

Peter O'Toole

as Jack 14th Earl of Gurney

Alastair Sim

Alastair Sim

as Bishop Lampton

Arthur Lowe

Arthur Lowe

as Tucker

Harry Andrews

Harry Andrews

as 13th Earl of Gurney

Coral Browne

Coral Browne

as Lady Claire Gurney

Michael Bryant

Michael Bryant

as Dr. Herder

Nigel Green

Nigel Green

as McKyle

William Mervyn

William Mervyn

as Sir Charles Gurney

Carolyn Seymour

Carolyn Seymour

as Grace Shelley

James Villiers

James Villiers

as Dinsdale

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Criterion Trailer 132: The Ruling Class

External Links

Keywords

schizophreniagreat britainasylumdelusiondark comedycountry estatesatirebased on play or musicalinheritance fight

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ruling Class?

The Ruling Class is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1972-09-13.

Who are the main actors in The Ruling Class?

The main cast includes Peter O'Toole, Alastair Sim, Arthur Lowe, Harry Andrews, Coral Browne, .

Where can I watch The Ruling Class online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Ruling Class is available.

Is The Ruling Class based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Ruling Class?

The Ruling Class has an IMDb rating of 6.424/10 based on 86 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Ruling Class?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Ruling Class?

The soundtrack was composed by Keep Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Ruling Class filmed?

The Ruling Class was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Ruling Class?

The total runtime of The Ruling Class is 154 minutes.

Is The Ruling Class suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Ruling Class?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Ruling Class.

Does The Ruling Class have a post-credit scene?

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