The Hireling

Overview

Based on the novel by L. P. Hartley, The Hireling is a dissection of antiquated but hardly dormant British class distinctions as a lonely socialite and her chauffeur become more than friends.

Directed by Alan Bridges

Top cast

Robert Shaw

Steven Ledbetter

Sarah Miles

Lady Franklin

Peter Egan

Captain Hugh Cantrip

Caroline Mortimer

Connie

Elizabeth Sellars

Lady Franklin's mother

Ian Hogg

Davis

Lyndon Brook

Doctor

P

Patricia Lawrence

Mrs. Hansen

Petra Markham

Edith

Christine Hargreaves

Doreen

Alison Leggatt

Passenger with Dog

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Alec Wallis

Pub Landlord

Details