The Shout
"A film of intense perversity - the madness of the mind."
Originally released in 1978. The Shout is a thriller/mystery film. directed by Jerzy Skolimowski. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alan Bates, Susannah York, and John Hurt
Synopsis
A traveller by the name of Crossley forces himself upon a musician and his wife in a lonely part of Devon, and uses the aboriginal magic he has learned to displace his host.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 16, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (121 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Alan Bates
as Charles Crossley
Susannah York
as Rachel Fielding
John Hurt
as Anthony Fielding
Robert Stephens
as Chief Medical Officer
Tim Curry
as Robert Graves
Julian Hough
as Vicar
Carol Drinkwater
as Cobbler's Wife
John Rees
as Inspector
Jim Broadbent
as Fielder in Cowpat
Susan Wooldridge
as Harriet
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Rank Organisation
- Jeremy Thomas Productions
- National Film Finance Corporation (NFFC)
- National Film Trustee Company
- Recorded Picture Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Shout about?
A traveller by the name of Crossley forces himself upon a musician and his wife in a lonely part of Devon, and uses the aboriginal magic he has learned to displace his host.
Who directed The Shout?
The Shout was directed by Jerzy Skolimowski.
How long is The Shout?
The Shout has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Shout released?
The Shout was released on June 16, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Shout?
The main cast of The Shout includes Alan Bates, Susannah York, John Hurt, Robert Stephens, Tim Curry.
Is The Shout worth watching?
The Shout has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 121 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.