Knockback: 1
Originally released in 1985. Knockback: 1 is a drama/thriller film. directed by Piers Haggard.
Starring Pauline Collins, Derrick O'Connor, and Yee San Foo
Synopsis
In 1965, at the age of 25, Alan Ackland is sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of a business associate. In 1971, Sylvia Barker, lonely and depressed after a failed marriage and with two young children to bring up alone, seeks a new direction in her life and applies to become a voluntary prison visitor. Several years later their paths cross.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 27, 1985
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Pauline Collins
as Sylvia
Derrick O'Connor
as Alan
Yee San Foo
as Alan's Wife
Peggy Aitchison
as Alan's Mother
Dominic Tang
as Alan's Son
Geoffrey Edwards
as Judge
David Webb
as Defence Counsel
Eric Mason
as Wandsworth Prison Officer
Roy Pattison
as Wandsworth Prison Officer
Howard Lew Lewis
as Wandsworth Prison Officer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knockback: 1 about?
In 1965, at the age of 25, Alan Ackland is sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of a business associate. In 1971, Sylvia Barker, lonely and depressed after a failed marriage and with two y...
Who directed Knockback: 1?
Knockback: 1 was directed by Piers Haggard.
How long is Knockback: 1?
Knockback: 1 has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Knockback: 1 released?
Knockback: 1 was released on January 27, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Knockback: 1?
The main cast of Knockback: 1 includes Pauline Collins, Derrick O'Connor, Yee San Foo, Peggy Aitchison, Dominic Tang.