The Ruling Class
Outrageously funny satire features an Oscar-nominated performance by Peter O'Toole as a British earl who thinks he's Jesus Christ. Wicked barbs are thrown along the way at the Church and the aristocracy, and there's supporting turns by Alastair Sim, Harry Andrews and other top British actors.
Year: 1972
Genre: Comedy, Cult Films / After Dark, Save Me!, Black Humour
Country: UK
Director: Peter Medak
Starring: Peter O'Toole, Alastair Sim, Arthur Lowe
Duration: 154 Minutes
Rating: M - Contains offensive language and sexual references.
7.6/10
Location in store: Cult
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