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The Mallen Curse
The Mallen Curse
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  2. The Mallen Curse

The Mallen Curse

1980
2h 27m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

1980

Runtime

2h 27m

Storyline

The fourth and final instalment of the Mallen family saga. Barbara, rejected by Michael, enters into a loveless marriage with a son of the Benshams, who now own Squire Thomas' former home, High Banks. Meanwhile, Mr Bensham proposes to Anna Brigmore, Barbara's former governess, who has a burning ambition to become mistress of the house.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
2h 27m
Jun 18, 1980
Languages
English
Production
Granada Television
Granada Television
Production Countries
United Kingdom

Top Cast

5 Cast Members

Caroline Blakiston

Caroline Blakiston

Anna Brigmore

Juliet Stevenson

Juliet Stevenson

Barbara Mallen

Neil Dickson

Neil Dickson

John Bensham

Michael Elwyn

Michael Elwyn

Patrick Ferrier

Matthew Long

Harry Bensham

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