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Caught on a Train

October 31, 1980 1h 20m 3.8/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1980. Caught on a Train is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Peter Duffell. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Peggy Ashcroft, Michael Kitchen, and Wendy Raebeck

Synopsis

British playwright Stephen Poliakoff's comical teleplay investigates Europe's changing social landscape via three strangers who meet on a train. Peter, an English businessman on an overnight trip through Europe, shares a compartment with a beautiful American woman, Lorraine. But Peter's hope for romance is soon dampened by Lorraine's xenophobia and the arrival of a haughty Viennese aristocrat.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 31, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
User Rating 3.8/10 Mixed (2 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • BBC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caught on a Train about?

British playwright Stephen Poliakoff's comical teleplay investigates Europe's changing social landscape via three strangers who meet on a train. Peter, an English businessman on an overnight trip t...

Who directed Caught on a Train?

Caught on a Train was directed by Peter Duffell.

How long is Caught on a Train?

Caught on a Train has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Caught on a Train released?

Caught on a Train was released on October 31, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Caught on a Train?

The main cast of Caught on a Train includes Peggy Ashcroft, Michael Kitchen, Wendy Raebeck, Ingo Mogendorf, Louis Sheldon Williams.