Movie

The Nature of the Beast

“Something is savaging the sheep on the moors... Only 14 year old Bill is determined to find out...”

★ 7.5(2)19881h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Franco Rosso
Release date: 1988-02-20
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Rosso Productions

About The Nature of the Beast

The Nature of the Beast is a 1988 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Franco Rosso, starring Lynton Dearden, Tony Melody and Freddie Fletcher. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Nature of the Beast in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A boy reads about the attacks of a unknown animal on livestock in the town. He plans to run his own investigation. The so called beast however is also used as a metaphor for every day problems the townsfolk face.

Cast

Lynton Dearden

Bill Coward

Tony Melody

Chunder

Freddie Fletcher

Ned Coward

Paul Simpson

Mick Dalton

Dave Hill

Oggy

Roberta Kerr

Mrs. Dalton

David Fleeshman

Jim Dalton

Willie Ross

Danny

George Malpas

Bill Howgill

Howard Crossley

Big Man

Jonathan Parkinson

Hargreaves

Julian Walsh

Tinker

Themes & keywords

northern englandbased on novel or book

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Nature of the Beast in France?+

The Nature of the Beast is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in France. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Nature of the Beast on Netflix?+

The Nature of the Beast is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is The Nature of the Beast?+

The Nature of the Beast has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The Nature of the Beast?+

The Nature of the Beast stars Lynton Dearden, Tony Melody, Freddie Fletcher, Paul Simpson and Dave Hill.

When did The Nature of the Beast come out?+

The Nature of the Beast is a 1988 movie directed by Franco Rosso.

What genre is The Nature of the Beast?+

The Nature of the Beast is Drama film.

Who directed The Nature of the Beast?+

The Nature of the Beast was directed by Franco Rosso.