Lease of Life

William Thorne, vicar of a small village, leads a modest life as a clergyman. Supporting his wife Vera and musically talented daughter Susan with his work, Thorne is also thoroughly devoted to his community. When he finds out that he doesn't have long to live, however, Thorne rethinks his staid existence and develops a more vibrant way of being, affecting all of those around him.

• Charles FrendDirector
• Eric AmblerWriter

• Robert DonatRev William Thorne
• Kay WalshMrs. Vera Thorne
• Denholm ElliottMartin Blake
• Adrienne CorriSusan Thorne
• Walter FitzgeraldThe Dean
• Reginald BeckwithJournalist Foley
• Vida HopeMrs. Sproatley
• Cyril RaymondHeadmaster
• Russell WatersRussell
• Richard WattisSolicitor
• Beckett BouldMr. Sproatley
• Robert SandfordBoy with Book