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An Inspector Calls

  • TV Movie
  • 20152015
  • TV-PGTV-PG
  • 1h 27m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
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David Thewlis, Miranda Richardson, Ken Stott, Chloe Pirrie, Kyle Soller, and Finn Cole in An Inspector Calls (2015)
  • Crime
  • Drama
  • Mystery
A mysterious Inspector investigates the wealthy Birling family and their dinner guests following the suicide of a young woman.A mysterious Inspector investigates the wealthy Birling family and their dinner guests following the suicide of a young woman.A mysterious Inspector investigates the wealthy Birling family and their dinner guests following the suicide of a young woman.
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
13K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
3,224
13
  • Director
    • Aisling Walsh
  • Writers
    • J.B. Priestley(based on the play by)
    • Helen Edmundson(adapted by)
  • Stars
    • David Thewlis
    • Lucy Chappell
    • Miranda Richardson
Top credits
  • Director
    • Aisling Walsh
  • Writers
    • J.B. Priestley(based on the play by)
    • Helen Edmundson(adapted by)
  • Stars
    • David Thewlis
    • Lucy Chappell
    • Miranda Richardson
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    • 123User reviews
    • 17Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 5 nominations

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    David Thewlis in An Inspector Calls (2015)
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    David Thewlis in An Inspector Calls (2015)
    Miranda Richardson and Kyle Soller in An Inspector Calls (2015)
    Ken Stott in An Inspector Calls (2015)
    Finn Cole in An Inspector Calls (2015)
    Miranda Richardson in An Inspector Calls (2015)
    Chloe Pirrie in An Inspector Calls (2015)
    Ken Stott and Chloe Pirrie in An Inspector Calls (2015)
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    Ken Stott in An Inspector Calls (2015)
    Ken Stott and Kyle Soller in An Inspector Calls (2015)

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    David Thewlis
    David Thewlis
    • The Inspectoras The Inspector
    Lucy Chappell
    Lucy Chappell
    • Ednaas Edna
    Miranda Richardson
    Miranda Richardson
    • Sybil Birlingas Sybil Birling
    Ken Stott
    Ken Stott
    • Arthur Birlingas Arthur Birling
    Finn Cole
    Finn Cole
    • Eric Birlingas Eric Birling
    Chloe Pirrie
    Chloe Pirrie
    • Sheila Birlingas Sheila Birling
    Sophie Rundle
    Sophie Rundle
    • Eva Smithas Eva Smith
    Kyle Soller
    Kyle Soller
    • Gerald Croftas Gerald Croft
    Flora Nicholson
    Flora Nicholson
    • Miss Francisas Miss Francis
    Gary Davis
    Gary Davis
    • Alderman Meggartyas Alderman Meggarty
    Wanda Opalinska
    Wanda Opalinska
    • Charity Ladyas Charity Lady
    Nigel Black
    • Gate Keeperas Gate Keeper
    • (uncredited)
    Clare Crowther
    • Posh Ladyas Posh Lady
    • (uncredited)
    Philip Gascoyne
    Philip Gascoyne
    • Millward's Shop Customeras Millward's Shop Customer
    • (uncredited)
    Margaret Wheldon
    • Factory Workeras Factory Worker
    • (uncredited)
    • …
    Patricia Winker
    • Factory Workeras Factory Worker
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Aisling Walsh
    • Writers
      • J.B. Priestley(based on the play by)
      • Helen Edmundson(adapted by)
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    Storyline

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    In 1912 pompous industrialist Arthur Birling, who has hopes of a knighthood, his superior wife Sybil and young son Eric are celebrating the engagement of daughter Sheila to eligible Gerald Croft when they are visited by blunt Inspector Goole. He tells them of the suicide of a young woman named Eva Smith and though they all claim not to have known her the inspector demonstrates that each in their own way contributed to her downfall, by having her dismissed from work or, in the young men's cases, having sexual relationships and then abandoning her. After Goole has left the youngsters feel ashamed and the engagement is halted but Arthur Birling, doubting the inspector's authority, rings the local police station. This is the prelude to a double shock which will lead to the family's humiliation and ruin. —don @ minifie-1
    • textile factory
    • birling & company
    • changing one's name
    • setting a table
    • decanter
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    • Genres
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Mystery
      • Thriller
    • Certificate
      • TV-PG
    • Parents guide

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    • Trivia
      The original play was produced twice on Broadway over a 50-year period of time. The second production earned multiple awards, including Best Revival of a play, and best featured actress for Jane Adams. The revival production also earned awards for creative set design, which featured all adult actors moving around on an oversized doll house sized set, and the actors were unable to actually enter or move around within the rooms of the house.
    • Goofs
      Gerald leaves the room after Sheila has given him back her engagement ring, but the next time she appears, she still has the engagement ring on her finger.
    • Quotes

      The Inspector: There are millions and millions of Eva Smiths and John Smiths still left with us, with their lives, their hopes and fears, their suffering and chance of happiness, all intertwined with our lives in what we think and say and do. We don't live alone upon this earth. We are members of one body. We are responsible for each other. And if mankind will not learn that lesson, then the time will, soon, when he will be taught it in fire and blood and anguish.

    • Connections
      Remake of An Inspector Calls (1954)

    User reviews123

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    Top review
    10/10
    Drama at its very best
    I went into this with an open mind, as i knew it was a remake. Right from the start i was captivated by the enveloping period atmosphere and way the story weaved its story. The plot was simply superb, exposing the class divide and way that others can be mistreat their fellow man, without any conscious or care for the consequences. The lessons in humanity ring as true today as they did in that period so its still highly relevant and should provoke some internalising. However putting that all to one side the acting was simply top drawer and David Thewliss contribution was truly spellbinding. He was so commanding throughout and more than a match for the wealthy opposition he encountered that night. This was so good that i actually watched it three times back to back, as every scene was so immersive and tense. So if you like good drama you would be hard pressed to beat this and all the more amazing was the fact it was mostly delivered in a drawing room, so that speaks volumes for the way it was acted. So I hope you enjoy this period piece as much as i did
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    • arthurlally1
    • Sep 27, 2015

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    • Release date
      • September 13, 2015 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official sites
      • Drama Republic (United Kingdom)
      • Official Amazon Prime
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Ha llegado un inspector
    • Filming locations
      • Salts Mill, Victoria Road, Saltaire, Shipley, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Drama Republic
      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 27 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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