Chariots of Fire

Chariots of Fire

19812hr 3min
critics rating 84%84%
audience rating 80%80%

Step back in time to the roaring 1920s, where the spirit of competition and personal beliefs clash in a battle of wills. "Chariots of Fire" tells the captivating tale of two young runners, Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams, as they prepare to represent their country at the 1924 Paris Olympics.

Eric, a devout Christian with a deep-rooted faith, finds solace in the rhythm of his feet pounding against the track, believing that his running is a form of divine worship. On the other hand, Harold, facing societal prejudices and personal sacrifices, strives to prove his worth on the track, pushing himself to the limits in pursuit of victory. As their stories intertwine and diverge, a poignant narrative unfolds, showcasing the power of determination, faith, and the pursuit of dreams.

Experience the thrill of the race, the weight of personal convictions, and the triumph of the human spirit in this timeless classic that will leave you cheering for more. "Chariots of Fire" is not just a story of running; it's a testament to the resilience of the human heart and the unyielding pursuit of greatness.

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Cast

Kenneth Branagh

Cambridge Student at Society Day (uncredited)

Kenneth Branagh

Peter Jones

Stephen Fry

Cambridge Student at Society Day (uncredited)

Stephen Fry

Alice Krige

Sybil Gordon

Alice Krige

Nicholas Farrell

Aubrey Montague

Nicholas Farrell

Ian Holm

Sam Mussabini

Ian Holm

Richard Griffiths

Head Porter - Caius College

Richard Griffiths

John Gielgud

Master of Trinity

John Gielgud

Dennis Christopher

Charles Paddock

Dennis Christopher

Brad Davis

Jackson Scholz

Brad Davis

Cheryl Campbell

Jennie Liddell

Cheryl Campbell

Patrick Magee

Lord Cadogan

Patrick Magee

Ben Cross

Harold Abrahams

Ben Cross

Peter Egan

Duke of Sutherland

Peter Egan

Nigel Havers

Lord Andrew Lindsay

Nigel Havers

Daniel Gerroll

Henry Stallard

Daniel Gerroll

Peter Cellier

Head Waiter - The Savoy

Peter Cellier

Patrick Doyle

Nigel Davenport

Lord Birkenhead

Nigel Davenport

Ruby Wax

Lindsay Anderson

Master of Caius

Lindsay Anderson

Struan Rodger

Sandy McGrath

Struan Rodger

Ian Charleson

Eric Liddell

Ian Charleson

Jeremy Sinden

President - Gilbert and Sullivan Society

Jeremy Sinden

David Yelland

Prince of Wales

David Yelland

Edward Wiley

Yves Beneyton

George Andre

Yves Beneyton

Benny Young

Rob Liddell

Benny Young

Jack Smethurst

Sleeping Car Attendant

Jack Smethurst

Alan Polonsky

Ted Robbins

Shot Putter (uncredited)

Ted Robbins

John Rutland

Caius Porter

John Rutland

Philip O'Brien

US Coach

Philip O'Brien

John Young

Rev. J.D. Liddell

John Young

Andrew Hawkins

Secretary - Gilbert and Sullivan Society

Andrew Hawkins

Kim Clifford

Sybil's Maid

Kim Clifford

Colin Bruce

Yvonne Gilan

Mrs Liddell

Yvonne Gilan

Alan Dudley

Caius Manservant

Alan Dudley

Tommy Boyle

Reporter

Tommy Boyle

David John

Ernest Liddell

David John

Gerry Slevin

Colonel John Keddie

Gerry Slevin

Stephen Mallatratt

Ralph Lawton

Harbour Master

Ralph Lawton

Gordon Hammersley

President - Cambridge Athletic Club

Gordon Hammersley

Michael Jeyes

Tess Dignan

Schoolgirl

Tess Dignan

Wallace Campbell

Highland Provost

Wallace Campbell

David Kivlin

First Scots Boy

David Kivlin

Eddie Hughson

Second Scots Boy

Eddie Hughson