The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner (1962)

A rebellious youth, sentenced to a boy’s reformatory for robbing a bakery, rises through the ranks of the institution by impressing its Governor through his prowess as a long distance runner. He is encouraged to compete in an upcoming race, but faces ridicule from his peers.

Genres: Drama

Stars: Michael Redgrave, Tom Courtenay, Avis Bunnage, Alec McCowen, James Bolam

Release Date: 1962-09-20

Country: United Kingdom

Ratings: 7.2 / 10 (157 votes)

Runtime: 104 mins