Movie

The Breakthrough

★ 7.0(1)19751h 11m

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Good to know

Director: Graham Evans
Release date: 1975-01-08
Runtime: 1h 11m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About The Breakthrough

The Breakthrough is a 1975 movie in the TV Movie, Drama and Science Fiction genres, directed by Graham Evans, starring Simon Ward, Brewster Mason and Thomas Ellice. It has a runtime of 1 hour 11 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Breakthrough in United Arab Emirates — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An adaptation of Daphne du Maurier's 1966 short story of the same title, broadcast as part of the BBC's "BBC2 Playhouse".

Cast

Simon Ward

Saunders

Brewster Mason

Maclean

Thomas Ellice

Ken

Clive Swift

Robbie

Anthony Nicholls

Sir John Fowler

Roy Boyd

Jason

Maryann Turner

Mrs Jason

Rosalind McCabe

Niki

John Westbrook

Voice of Charon One

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Breakthrough in United Arab Emirates?+

The Breakthrough is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Arab Emirates. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Breakthrough on Netflix?+

The Breakthrough is not on Netflix in United Arab Emirates right now.

How long is The Breakthrough?+

The Breakthrough has a runtime of 1 hour 11 minutes (71 minutes).

Who stars in The Breakthrough?+

The Breakthrough stars Simon Ward, Brewster Mason, Thomas Ellice, Clive Swift and Anthony Nicholls.

When did The Breakthrough come out?+

The Breakthrough is a 1975 movie directed by Graham Evans.

What genre is The Breakthrough?+

The Breakthrough is TV Movie, Drama and Science Fiction film.

Who directed The Breakthrough?+

The Breakthrough was directed by Graham Evans.