Young Cassidy(1965)
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Young Cassidy Synopsis
In Dublin circa 1911, John Cassidy (Rod Taylor), an impoverished idealist, whose ambitions are restricted by the demands of looking after his family, journeys through the social injustices of Dublin life, involving himself with the rowdy tramway-men strike, dawdling with prostitute Daisy Battles (Julie Christie), and seeking a better life. He falls in love with bookshop assistant Nora (Dame Maggie Smith) who encourages him toward a life of writing. Finding success at the Abbey Theatre, his unorthodox views estrange him from family, friends, and his own past.
Young Cassidy (1965) is a drama film directed by Jack Cardiff, released on February 25, 1965 with a runtime of 1h 50m. It stars Rod Taylor, Julie Christie, Maggie Smith and Michael Redgrave. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 22 ratings.
- Director:
- Jack Cardiff
- Writers:
- John Whiting, Sean O'Casey
- Producers:
- Robert D. Graff, Robert Emmett Ginna
- Cinematographer:
- Edward Scaife
- Composer:
- Sean O'Riada
- Production:
- Sextant Films, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status:
- Released
Young Cassidy (1965) Trailer
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Young Cassidy Cast & Crew
Main cast
Rod Taylor
as John Cassidy
Julie Christie
as Daisy Battles
Maggie Smith
as Nora
Michael Redgrave
as W.B. Yeats
Edith Evans
as Lady Gregory
Flora Robson
as Mrs. Cassidy
Jack MacGowran
as Archie
Siân Phillips
as Ella
T. P. McKenna
as Tom
- Julie Ross
Julie Ross
as Sara
- Robin Sumner
Robin Sumner
as Michael
- Philip O'Flynn
Philip O'Flynn
as Mick Mullen
Key crew
Directed by Jack Cardiff, written by John Whiting and Sean O'Casey, produced by Robert D. Graff and Robert Emmett Ginna.
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Young Cassidy Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 22 ratings.
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Young Cassidy – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Young Cassidy?
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The main cast of Young Cassidy (1965) includes Rod Taylor, Julie Christie, Maggie Smith, Michael Redgrave and Edith Evans. The film was directed by Jack Cardiff. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Young Cassidy released?
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Young Cassidy was released on February 25, 1965 and runs for 1h 50m.
Is Young Cassidy worth watching?
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Young Cassidy (1965) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 22 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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