19 December 1979 Drama, TV Movie 93 mins
Biopic of Malcolm Campbell, detailing his tumultuous life and extreme drive as he attempts to break the world speed records on land and water.
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Robert Hardy as Dorothy Campbell
Jennifer Hilary as Dorothy Campbell
Jack Galloway as Leo Villa
Neil Nisbet as Donald Campbell
Desmond Llewelyn as Major Bill Whittall
Sheila Ruskin as Lilly
Roger Milner Writer
Ferdinand Fairfax Director
Innes Lloyd Producer
Carl Davis Original Music Composer
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United Kingdom 19 December 1979
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