The Singing Detective

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The Singing Detective

1986- 1986

1 Seasons

6 Episodes

7.6(39 votes)

Ended

Drama

Overview

Tormented and bedridden by a debilitating disease, a mystery writer relives his detective stories through his imagination and hallucinations.

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Cast & Crew

13 members

Acting

Michael Gambon

Philip Marlow

Acting

Jim Carter

Mr. Marlow

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Patrick Malahide

Mark Binney

Acting

Alison Steadman

Mrs. Marlow

Acting

Janet Suzman

Nicola

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Joanne Whalley

Nurse Mills

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Imelda Staunton

Staff Nurse White

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David Ryall

Mr. Hall

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Ron Cook

First Mysterious Man

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George Rossi

Second Mysterious Man

No Image

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Janet Henfrey

Schoolteacher

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Simon Chandler

Dr. Finlay

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David Thewlis

Second Soldier

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