
Laughter in the Dark
Drama
Overview
Swinging London in the 1960s. Deals with the affection of a middle-aged man for a very young woman, resulting in a mutually parasitic relationship.
Top Cast


Nicol Williamson
Nicol Williamson
Sir Edward More
Nicol Williamson
Sir Edward More


Anna Karina
Anna Karina
Margot
Anna Karina
Margot


Jean-Claude Drouot
Jean-Claude Drouot
Herve Tourace
Jean-Claude Drouot
Herve Tourace


Peter Bowles
Peter Bowles
Paul
Peter Bowles
Paul


Siân Phillips
Siân Phillips
Lady Pamela More
Siân Phillips
Lady Pamela More


Sebastian Breaks
Sebastian Breaks
Brian
Sebastian Breaks
Brian


Kate O'Toole
Kate O'Toole
Amelia More
Kate O'Toole
Amelia More
Edward Gardner
Edward Gardner
Driver
Edward Gardner
Driver


Sheila Burrell
Sheila Burrell
Miss Porly
Sheila Burrell
Miss Porly


Willoughby Goddard
Willoughby Goddard
Colonel
Willoughby Goddard
Colonel
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