The Pledge(1982)
The Pledge Synopsis
Three criminals pledge to free the soul of their friend from his gibbeted corpse in this short film based on 'The Highwayman' by Lord Dunsany.
The Pledge (1982) is a drama and horror film directed by Digby Rumsey, released on July 11, 1982 with a runtime of 21m. It stars Glenn Cunningham, Ronald Forfar, Frank McDermott and Peter Rutherford. Viewers rate it 5.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Digby Rumsey
- Writers:
- Digby Rumsey, Lord Dunsany
- Producers:
- Digby Rumsey
- Production:
- Southern Arts, Fantasy Films
- Status:
- Released
The Pledge Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Digby Rumsey, written by Digby Rumsey and Lord Dunsany, produced by Digby Rumsey.
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The Pledge Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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The Pledge – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Pledge online?
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The Pledge (1982) is currently available to rent or buy from BFI Player. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Pledge?
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The main cast of The Pledge (1982) includes Glenn Cunningham, Ronald Forfar, Frank McDermott, Peter Rutherford and Roger Watkins. The film was directed by Digby Rumsey. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Pledge released?
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The Pledge was released on July 11, 1982 and runs for 21m.
Is The Pledge worth watching?
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The Pledge (1982) holds an average rating of 5.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and horror films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.