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Lease of Life

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This British drama focuses on William Thorne (Robert Donat), the vicar of a small village, who leads a modest life as a clergyman. Supporting his wife, Vera (Kay Walsh), and musically talented daughter, Susan (Adrienne Corri), with his work, Thorne is also thoroughly devoted to his community. When he finds out that he doesn't have long to live, however, Thorne rethinks his staid existence and develops a more vibrant way of being, affecting all of those around him.

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Virginia Graham The Spectator 06/29/2020
Despite its many virtues, it lacks the essential factor, that of inspiring interest. Go to Full Review Clyde Gilmour Maclean's Magazine 10/21/2019
A leisurely, rather sketchy drama from Britain, beautifully acted and full of convincing atmosphere. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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04/03/2016 A vicar is given the opportunity of delivering a sermon which if goes well could earn him promotion, but he has other concerns about his own health which he hides from his wife See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Charles Frend

Director

Robert Donat

Rev. William Thorne

Kay Walsh

Mrs. Vera Thorne

Denholm Elliott

Martin Blake

Adrienne Corri

Susan Thorne

Walter Fitzgerald

The Dean
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Synopsis This British drama focuses on William Thorne (Robert Donat), the vicar of a small village, who leads a modest life as a clergyman. Supporting his wife, Vera (Kay Walsh), and musically talented daughter, Susan (Adrienne Corri), with his work, Thorne is also thoroughly devoted to his community. When he finds out that he doesn't have long to live, however, Thorne rethinks his staid existence and develops a more vibrant way of being, affecting all of those around him.
Director
Charles Frend
Producer
Michael Balcon
Screenwriter
Eric Ambler
Production Co
Ealing Studios, J. Arthur Rank Organisation, Michael Balcon Productions
Genre
Drama
Original Language
British English
Runtime
1h 34m