Movie

Watch This Sporting Life (1963) Online

7.0126 votes19632h 14mDramaIMDb

Synopsis

“He only believed in strength - love was a word he hadn't the power to say.”

In early 1960s Northern England, Frank Machin is mean, tough and ambitious enough to become an immediate star in the rugby league team run by local employer Weaver.

Cast

Top Billed Cast

Richard Harris
Frank Machin
Rachel Roberts
Mrs. Margaret Hammond
Alan Badel
Gerald Weaver
William Hartnell
'Dad' Johnson
Colin Blakely
Maurice Braithwaite
Vanda Godsell
Mrs Anne Weaver
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Anne Cunningham
Judith
Jack Watson
Len Miller
Arthur Lowe
Charles Slomer
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Harry Markham
Wade
George Sewell
Jeff
Leonard Rossiter
Phillips, Sports Writer
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Katherine Parr
Mrs Farrer
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Bernadette Benson
Lynda Hammond
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Andrew Nolan
Ian Hammond
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Peter Duguid
Doctor
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Wallas Eaton
Waiter
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Anthony Woodruff
Tom, Head Waiter
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Michael Logan
Riley
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Murray Evans
Hooker

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FAQ

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Is This Sporting Life available to watch online?

Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.

What year was This Sporting Life released?

This Sporting Life was released in 1963.

How long is This Sporting Life?

This Sporting Life has a runtime of 2h 14m.

What genre is This Sporting Life?

This Sporting Life is classified as Drama.