Libel
"The surprise witness ! The searching question ! The perjured testimony ! The accusing finger ! The shattering truth !"
Originally released in 1959. Libel is a drama/mystery film. directed by Anthony Asquith.
Starring Dirk Bogarde, Olivia de Havilland, and Paul Massie
Synopsis
A California commercial pilot sees a telecast in London of an interview with Sir Mark Lodden at his home. The Canadian is convinced that the baronet is a fraud, and he is actually a look-alike actor named Frank Welney.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 23, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (25 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dirk Bogarde
as Sir Mark Loddon / Frank Welney / Number Fifteen
Olivia de Havilland
as Lady Margaret Anne Loddon
Paul Massie
as Jeffrey Buckenham
Robert Morley
as Sir Wilfred
Wilfrid Hyde-White
as Hubert Foxley
Anthony Dawson
as Gerald Loddon
Richard Wattis
as The Judge
Richard Dimbleby
as Himself
Martin Miller
as Dr. Schrott
Millicent Martin
as Maisie
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- De Grunwald Productions
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Libel about?
A California commercial pilot sees a telecast in London of an interview with Sir Mark Lodden at his home. The Canadian is convinced that the baronet is a fraud, and he is actually a look-alike acto...
Who directed Libel?
Libel was directed by Anthony Asquith.
How long is Libel?
Libel has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Libel released?
Libel was released on October 23, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Libel?
The main cast of Libel includes Dirk Bogarde, Olivia de Havilland, Paul Massie, Robert Morley, Wilfrid Hyde-White.