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The Ruling Class

PG19722h 34mPeter Medak
IMDb 7.2 · Rotten Tomatoes 83%

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When the Earl of Gurney dies in a cross-dressing accident, his schizophrenic son, Jack, inherits the Gurney estate. Jack is not the average nobleman; he sings and dances across the estate and thinks he is Jesus reincarnated. Believing that Jack is mentally unfit to own the estate, the Gurney family plots to steal Jack's inheritance. As their outrageous schemes fail, the family strives to cure Jack of his bizarre behavior, with disastrous results.

ComedyDrama
SchizophreniaGreat BritainAsylumDelusionDark ComedyCountry EstateSatireBased On Play Or MusicalInheritance Fight

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What is The Ruling Class (1972) about?

When the Earl of Gurney dies in a cross-dressing accident, his schizophrenic son, Jack, inherits the Gurney estate. Jack is not the average nobleman; he sings and dances across the estate and thinks he is Jesus reincarnated. Believing that Jack is mentally unfit to own the estate, the Gurney family plots to steal Jack's inheritance. As their outrageous schemes fail, the family strives to cure…

Who stars in The Ruling Class?

The Ruling Class stars Peter O'Toole (Jack 14th Earl of Gurney), Alastair Sim (Bishop Lampton), Arthur Lowe (Tucker), Harry Andrews (13th Earl of Gurney), Coral Browne (Lady Claire Gurney). The film was directed by Peter Medak.

How long is The Ruling Class?

The Ruling Class has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1972. It is rated PG.

Is The Ruling Class worth watching?

The Ruling Class holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 83. Fans of Comedy, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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