Dead Cert
"The Race Against Death"
Originally released in 1974. Dead Cert is a thriller film. directed by Tony Richardson.
Starring Scott Antony, Judi Dench, and Michael Williams
Synopsis
As a surprise, two horse owners decide to ride their animals themselves in a steeplechase. But Bill Davidson's horse "Admiral" behaves weirdly, and falls hard after an obstacle. Bill dies from his injuries. His friend Alan York suspects the animal was doped by unscrupulous bookies and starts to investigate. He doesn't know how serious his opponents are, and that he's in danger to suffer the exact same fate as his friend.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
3.5/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dead Cert about?
As a surprise, two horse owners decide to ride their animals themselves in a steeplechase. But Bill Davidson's horse "Admiral" behaves weirdly, and falls hard after an obstacle. Bill dies from his ...
Who directed Dead Cert?
Dead Cert was directed by Tony Richardson.
How long is Dead Cert?
Dead Cert has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was Dead Cert released?
Dead Cert was released on May 1, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dead Cert?
The main cast of Dead Cert includes Scott Antony, Judi Dench, Michael Williams, Nina Thomas, Julian Glover.