The National Health
Originally released in 1973. The National Health is a comedy film. directed by Jack Gold.
Starring Lynn Redgrave, Colin Blakely, and Eleanor Bron
Synopsis
Peter Nichols adapted his own hit play to the screen, based on his experiences in hospitals. A riotous black comedy that's as timely today as ever, it contrasts the appalling conditions in a overcrowded London hospital with a soap opera playing on the televisions there. In an ingenious touch, the same actors appear in the "real" story as well as the "TV" one, thus blurring the distinctions even further. Jack Gould directs such outstanding British actors as Lynn Redgrave, Colin Blakely, Eleanor Bron, Jim Dale, Donald Sinden, Mervyn Johns, and, in only his second film, Bob Hoskins. The renowned Carl Davis composed the score.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 6, 1973
52 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lynn Redgrave
as Nurse Sweet / Nurse Betty Martin
Colin Blakely
as Edward Loach
Eleanor Bron
as Mr. Carr / Senior Surgeon Boyd
Donald Sinden
as Mr. Carr / Senior Surgeon Boyd
Jim Dale
as Barnet / Dr. Neil Boyd
Bob Hoskins
as Foster
David Hutcheson
as Mackie
Mervyn Johns
as Rees
Bert Palmer
as Flegg
Clive Swift
as Ash
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Virgin Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The National Health about?
Peter Nichols adapted his own hit play to the screen, based on his experiences in hospitals. A riotous black comedy that's as timely today as ever, it contrasts the appalling conditions in a overcr...
Who directed The National Health?
The National Health was directed by Jack Gold.
How long is The National Health?
The National Health has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The National Health released?
The National Health was released on March 6, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The National Health?
The main cast of The National Health includes Lynn Redgrave, Colin Blakely, Eleanor Bron, Donald Sinden, Jim Dale.