Missing Persons(1990)
The debut of the popular sleuth
Missing Persons Synopsis
During a visit to childhood friend Edith, retired housewife Hetty Wainthropp discovers that Edith's husband, Frank, has a son by a previous marriage. Hetty decides to turn amateur detective to trace him. When this gives her a taste for detection, Hetty decides to set up a private detective agency.
Missing Persons (1990) is a drama and crime film directed by Derek Bennett, released on May 30, 1990 with a runtime of 1h 44m. It stars Patricia Routledge, Tony Melody, Jimmy Jewel and Jean Heywood. Viewers rate it 4.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Derek Bennett
- Writers:
- David Cook, David Cook
- Producers:
- Derek Bennett
- Cinematographer:
- Peter Jackson
- Composer:
- David Snell
- Production:
- Yorkshire Television
- Status:
- Released
Missing Persons Cast & Crew
Main cast
Patricia Routledge
as Hetty Wainthrop
Tony Melody
as Robert Wainthrop
Jimmy Jewel
as Frank Cross
Jean Heywood
as Edith Cross
Gary Waldhorn
as Bernard Shawcrose
Gary Halliday
as Geoffrey Shawcross
Ram John Holder
as Chalky White
Jean Kent
as Phillida Meadowhite
- Janet Allen
Janet Allen
as Mrs. Lilium
Andrew Paul
as Photographer
Jenna Russell
as Jan
- Julie Foy
Julie Foy
as Madge
Key crew
Directed by Derek Bennett, written by David Cook and David Cook, produced by Derek Bennett.
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Missing Persons Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Missing Persons – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Missing Persons online?
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Who stars in Missing Persons?
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The main cast of Missing Persons (1990) includes Patricia Routledge, Tony Melody, Jimmy Jewel, Jean Heywood and Gary Waldhorn. The film was directed by Derek Bennett. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Missing Persons released?
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Missing Persons was released on May 30, 1990 and runs for 1h 44m.
Is Missing Persons worth watching?
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Missing Persons (1990) holds an average rating of 4.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.