The Rivals(1963)
The Rivals Synopsis
A pair of hoodlums steal a car in which there is a note - a ransom letter - directed to a wealthy man whose daughter has just been kidnapped. The two gangsters stole the abductor's car and when they find the note, they decide to take advantage of the situation and collect the money.
The Rivals (1963) is a crime film directed by Max Varnel, released on May 1, 1963 with a runtime of 56m. It stars Jack Gwillim, Erica Rogers, Brian Smith and Tony Garnett. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Max Varnel
- Writers:
- John Roddick, Edgar Wallace
- Producers:
- Jack Greenwood
- Cinematographer:
- James Wilson
- Production:
- Merton Park Studios
- Status:
- Released
The Rivals Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jack Gwillim
as Rolf Nelson
- Erica Rogers
Erica Rogers
as Kim Harris
- Brian Smith
Brian Smith
as Steve Houston
- Tony Garnett
Tony Garnett
as Jimmy Vosler
Barry Linehan
as Paul Kenyon
- Murray Hayne
Murray Hayne
as Alex Nichols
- Howard Greene
Howard Greene
as Eddy McQuire
Philip Latham
as Lawrence
- Maria Lennard
Maria Lennard
as Phillipa Martin
- Jack Rodney
Jack Rodney
as Mick O'Leary
- Donna Pearson
Donna Pearson
as Christina Neilson
- Anthony Bailey
Anthony Bailey
as Jumbo Johnson
Key crew
Directed by Max Varnel, written by John Roddick and Edgar Wallace, produced by Jack Greenwood.
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The Rivals Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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The Rivals – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Rivals online?
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The Rivals (1963) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Rivals?
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The main cast of The Rivals (1963) includes Jack Gwillim, Erica Rogers, Brian Smith, Tony Garnett and Barry Linehan. The film was directed by Max Varnel. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Rivals released?
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The Rivals was released on May 1, 1963 and runs for 56m.
Is The Rivals worth watching?
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The Rivals (1963) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.