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Television Adaptation of the Shaw classic. - The Millionairess
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Title: The Millionairess

Release Date: 12 Sep 1972

Runtime: 1h 58m

Genre: Drama

Director: BBC Studios

Production Companies: BBC Studios

Overview: One of Shaw's later plays, The Millionairess explores his fascination with the machinations of capitalism. Epifania is glamorous, clever... and also the richest woman in the world. Brought up by a money-mad father, she will only consider a man for marriage if he can convert £150 into £50,000 within six months. But when she meets an intriguing Egyptian doctor, he has his own money-making challenge for her...

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Ratings

Average Vote: 8.5 (2 votes)

Cast

  • Epifania: Maggie Smith
  • Alastair Fitzfassenden: James Villiers
  • Adrian Blenderbland: Charles Gray
  • Dr. Ahmed el Kabir: Tom Baker
  • Julius Sagamore: Peter Barkworth
  • Patricia Smith: Priscilla Morgan
  • The Man: John Garrie
  • The Woman: Avril Angers
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