Movie

Staircase

“A sad gay story”

★ 5.7(26)19691h 36m

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Good to know

Director: Stanley Donen
Release date: 1969-08-20
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Stanley Donen Films

About Staircase

Staircase is a 1969 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Stanley Donen, starring Rex Harrison, Richard Burton and Cathleen Nesbitt. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 26 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Staircase in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Rex Harrison

Charles Dyer

Richard Burton

Harry Leeds

Cathleen Nesbitt

Harry's Mother

Beatrix Lehmann

Charlie's Mother

Stephen Lewis

Jack

Neil Wilson

Policeman

Gordon Heath

Postman

Avril Angers

Miss Ricard

Shelagh Fraser

Cub Mistress

Gwen Nelson

Matron

Pat Heywood

Nurse

Dermot Kelly

Gravedigger

Themes & keywords

working classbarbershopgay theme

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Staircase in Canada?+

Staircase is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Staircase on Netflix?+

Staircase is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Staircase?+

Staircase has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in Staircase?+

Staircase stars Rex Harrison, Richard Burton, Cathleen Nesbitt, Beatrix Lehmann and Stephen Lewis.

When did Staircase come out?+

Staircase is a 1969 movie directed by Stanley Donen.

What genre is Staircase?+

Staircase is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Staircase?+

Staircase was directed by Stanley Donen.