In the Steps of a Dead Man (1974)
When a young soldier suddenly dies, his parents and his girlfriend are naturally shocked and upset by the news. Several months later a young man turns up at the parent's house claiming to be their dead son's best friend. They welcome him and invite him to stay for a while. They also introduce him to their son's girlfriend and she is similarly impressed by him. It is later discovered, however, that he is not what he appears to be and may have had a hand in their son's death.
Director: Shaun O'Riordan
Genre: Thriller, TV Movie
Runtime: 73 min
Release Date: May 27, 1974
Cast
- John Nolan - Marty Fuller
- Richard Vernon - George Cornfield
- Denise Buckley - Sheila Howes
- Faith Brook - Betty Cornfield
- Skye Aubrey - Grace Worth
- Derek Anders - Sgt. O'Hara
- Christopher Benjamin - Medical Officer
- Anne Robson - Mrs. Howes
- John Garvin - Mr. Howes
- Robert Marsh - Military Policeman
Screenplay
Music: Laurie Johnson
Production: Associated Television
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Shaun O'Riordan
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is In the Steps of a Dead Man about?
- When a young soldier suddenly dies, his parents and his girlfriend are naturally shocked and upset by the news. Several months later a young man turns up at the parent's house claiming to be their dead son's best friend. They welcome him and invite him to stay for a while. They also introduce him to their son's girlfriend and she is similarly impressed by him. It is later discovered, however, that he is not what he appears to be and may have had a hand in their son's death.
- Who directed In the Steps of a Dead Man?
- In the Steps of a Dead Man was directed by Shaun O'Riordan.
- Who stars in In the Steps of a Dead Man?
- In the Steps of a Dead Man stars John Nolan, Richard Vernon, Denise Buckley, Faith Brook, Skye Aubrey, Derek Anders.
- How long is In the Steps of a Dead Man?
- In the Steps of a Dead Man has a runtime of 1h 13m (73 minutes).
- What genre is In the Steps of a Dead Man?
- In the Steps of a Dead Man is a Thriller, TV Movie film.
- Where was In the Steps of a Dead Man produced?
- In the Steps of a Dead Man was produced in United Kingdom.