Assault
"Evil grows wild... nothing else lives very long."
Originally released in 1971. Assault is a crime/drama film. directed by Sidney Hayers.
Starring Suzy Kendall, Frank Finlay, and Freddie Jones
Synopsis
After a schoolgirl is raped while taking a short cut through the local woods, and another murdered a few days later, the police are baffled. With the help of a reporter, and against the wishes of a local psychologist, a young schoolteacher uses herself as bait to lure the perpetrator out.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 11, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Suzy Kendall
as Julie West
Frank Finlay
as Det. Chief Supt. Velyan
Freddie Jones
as Reporter
James Laurenson
as Greg Lomax
Lesley-Anne Down
as Tessa Hurst
Tony Beckley
as Leslie Sanford
Anthony Ainley
as Mr. Bartell
Dilys Hamlett
as Mrs. Sanford
James Cosmo
as Det. Sgt. Beale
Marianne Stone
as Matron
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- George H. Brown Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Assault about?
After a schoolgirl is raped while taking a short cut through the local woods, and another murdered a few days later, the police are baffled. With the help of a reporter, and against the wishes of a...
Who directed Assault?
Assault was directed by Sidney Hayers.
How long is Assault?
Assault has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Assault released?
Assault was released on February 11, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Assault?
The main cast of Assault includes Suzy Kendall, Frank Finlay, Freddie Jones, James Laurenson, Lesley-Anne Down.