Movie

The Ruby in the Smoke

★ 6.4(26)20061h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Brian Percival
Release date: 2006-12-27
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC
Part of: The Sally Lockhart Mysteries Collection

The Ruby in the Smoke — trailer

About The Ruby in the Smoke

The Ruby in the Smoke is a 2006 movie in the Drama, Mystery and Crime genres, directed by Brian Percival, starring Billie Piper, Matt Smith and Julie Walters. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 26 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Ruby in the Smoke in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Sally Lockhart has struck a man dead with just three words, sent to her in a message from her father just before he drowned in the South China Seas. But unfortunately, Sally has no idea what the words The Seven Blessings mean. Before long, she is drawn into a mystery filled with opium, secrets from her own past and, at the heart of it all, the Ruby of Agrapur.

Cast

Billie Piper

Sally Lockhart

Matt Smith

Jim Taylor

Julie Walters

Mrs. Holland

JJ Feild

Frederick Garland

Hayley Atwell

Rosa Garland

Elliot Cowan

Hendrick Van Eeden

Sian Thomas

Mrs Rees

Trevor Cooper

Mr Higgs

Robert Glenister

Samuel Selby

Dominic Coleman

Jeremiah Blyth

Miles Anderson

Major Marchbanks

Ramon Tikaram

Maharaja

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookfathervictorian englanddeathamateur sleuth

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Ruby in the Smoke in United States?+

The Ruby in the Smoke is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Ruby in the Smoke on Netflix?+

The Ruby in the Smoke is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Ruby in the Smoke?+

The Ruby in the Smoke has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The Ruby in the Smoke?+

The Ruby in the Smoke stars Billie Piper, Matt Smith, Julie Walters, JJ Feild and Hayley Atwell.

When did The Ruby in the Smoke come out?+

The Ruby in the Smoke is a 2006 movie directed by Brian Percival.

What genre is The Ruby in the Smoke?+

The Ruby in the Smoke is Drama, Mystery and Crime film.

Who directed The Ruby in the Smoke?+

The Ruby in the Smoke was directed by Brian Percival.