The Rivals
Brief Synopsis
A performance of Sheridan's classic play, "The Rivals." Jack Absolute masquerades as a soldier to win the love of Lydia Languish. Assorted servants and friends complicate the plot which eventually precipitates Jack into three duels at once. Love conquers in the end.
Cast & Crew
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Elijah Moshinsky
Director
Patrick Ryecart
Jack Absolute/Ensign Beverly
Suzanne Burden
Lydia Languish
Donald Sinden
Sir Anthony Absolute
Sheila Hancock
Mrs Malaprop
Amanda Redman
Julia
Film Details
Also Known As
Rivals
Genre
Comedy
Release Date
1989
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing)
Technical Specs
Duration
2h 30m
Synopsis
A performance of Sheridan's classic play, "The Rivals." Jack Absolute masquerades as a soldier to win the love of Lydia Languish. Assorted servants and friends complicate the plot which eventually precipitates Jack into three duels at once. Love conquers in the end.
Director
Elijah Moshinsky
Director
Film Details
Also Known As
Rivals
Genre
Comedy
Release Date
1989
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing)
Technical Specs
Duration
2h 30m
