Movie

The Ruling Class

★ 6.5(96)19722h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Medak
Release date: 1972-05-24
Runtime: 2h 34m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Keep Films

The Ruling Class — trailer

About The Ruling Class

The Ruling Class is a 1972 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Peter Medak, starring Peter O'Toole, Alastair Sim and Arthur Lowe. It has a runtime of 2 hours 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 96 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Ruling Class in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When the Earl of Gurney dies in a cross-dressing accident, his schizophrenic son, Jack, inherits the Gurney estate. Jack is not the average nobleman; he sings and dances across the estate and thinks he is Jesus reincarnated. Believing that Jack is mentally unfit to own the estate, the Gurney family plots to steal Jack's inheritance. As their outrageous schemes fail, the family strives to cure Jack of his bizarre behavior, with disastrous results.

Cast

Peter O'Toole

Jack 14th Earl of Gurney

Alastair Sim

Bishop Lampton

Arthur Lowe

Tucker

Harry Andrews

13th Earl of Gurney

Coral Browne

Lady Claire Gurney

Michael Bryant

Dr. Herder

Nigel Green

McKyle

William Mervyn

Sir Charles Gurney

Carolyn Seymour

Grace Shelley

James Villiers

Dinsdale

Kay Walsh

Mrs. Piggott-Jones

Patsy Byrne

Mrs. Treadwell

Themes & keywords

schizophreniagreat britainasylumdelusiondark comedycountry estatesatirebased on play or musicalinheritance fight

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Ruling Class in Mexico?+

The Ruling Class is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Ruling Class on Netflix?+

The Ruling Class is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Ruling Class?+

The Ruling Class has a runtime of 2 hours 34 minutes (154 minutes).

Who stars in The Ruling Class?+

The Ruling Class stars Peter O'Toole, Alastair Sim, Arthur Lowe, Harry Andrews and Coral Browne.

When did The Ruling Class come out?+

The Ruling Class is a 1972 movie directed by Peter Medak.

What genre is The Ruling Class?+

The Ruling Class is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Ruling Class?+

The Ruling Class was directed by Peter Medak.