The read
It runs a compact 1h 13m.
Synopsis
A mysterious stranger inserts himself into a troubled family's life, blurring the lines between good and evil as he cares for their disabled daughter.
Ratings
IMDb7.5/10
10 audience votes
Key crew
- Barry DavisDirector
- Dennis PotterWriter
Cast
- Denholm ElliottTom Bates
- Michael KitchenMartin Taylor
- Patricia LawrenceAmy Bates
- Michelle NewellPattie Bates
- Paul WilliamsonBusinessman
- Esmond WebbMan with dog
- Pat QuayleWoman in street
- James GreeneMan in street
Themes
mentally disabledsatanismcontroversysatansexual assaultshocking