The Ash Tree (1975)
Man of leisure Sir Richard receives notification that his Uncle has died, bequeathing him his stately country manor and all its lands. On his return to England he immediately sets about taking stock of all legal matters concerning his new property, but during these dealings Sir Richard seems to be more than a little distracted, he hears strange noises from the ash tree outside his bedroom window.
Director: Lawrence Gordon Clark
Genre: Mystery, Horror, TV Movie
Runtime: 32 min
Release Date: December 23, 1975
Cast
- Edward Petherbridge - Sir Richard/Sir Matthew
- Preston Lockwood - Dr. Croome
- Barbara Ewing - Anne Mothersole
- Lalla Ward - Lady Augusta
- Lucy Griffiths - Mrs. Chiddock
- Oliver Maguire - William Beresford
- Clifford Kershaw - The Witchfinder
- Cyril Appleton - Master Procathro
- David Pugh - Herdsman
- Glynn Sweet - Young Cleric
Screenplay
- David Rudkin
- M.R. James (Short Story)
Cinematography: John McGlashan
Editing: Roger Waugh
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lawrence Gordon Clark
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Ash Tree about?
- Man of leisure Sir Richard receives notification that his Uncle has died, bequeathing him his stately country manor and all its lands. On his return to England he immediately sets about taking stock of all legal matters concerning his new property, but during these dealings Sir Richard seems to be more than a little distracted, he hears strange noises from the ash tree outside his bedroom window.
- Who directed The Ash Tree?
- The Ash Tree was directed by Lawrence Gordon Clark.
- Who stars in The Ash Tree?
- The Ash Tree stars Edward Petherbridge, Preston Lockwood, Barbara Ewing, Lalla Ward, Lucy Griffiths, Oliver Maguire.
- How long is The Ash Tree?
- The Ash Tree has a runtime of 32m (32 minutes).
- What genre is The Ash Tree?
- The Ash Tree is a Mystery, Horror, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Ash Tree produced?
- The Ash Tree was produced in United Kingdom.