Staircase movie poster

Staircase

"A sad gay story"

August 20, 1969 1h 36m 5.5/10 (25 votes)

Originally released in 1969. Staircase is a comedy/drama film. directed by Stanley Donen.

Starring Rex Harrison, Richard Burton, and Cathleen Nesbitt

Synopsis

An aging gay couple owns a barber shop in the East End of London. One of them is a part-time actor about to go on trial for propositioning a police officer. The action takes place over the course of one night as they discuss their loving but often volatile past together and possible future without each other.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 20, 1969 56 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (25 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

  • Stanley Donen Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Staircase about?

An aging gay couple owns a barber shop in the East End of London. One of them is a part-time actor about to go on trial for propositioning a police officer. The action takes place over the course o...

Who directed Staircase?

Staircase was directed by Stanley Donen.

How long is Staircase?

Staircase has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was Staircase released?

Staircase was released on August 20, 1969 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Staircase?

The main cast of Staircase includes Rex Harrison, Richard Burton, Cathleen Nesbitt, Beatrix Lehmann, Stephen Lewis.