Overview

In Northern England in the early 1960s, Frank Machin is mean, tough and ambitious enough to become an immediate star in the rugby league team run by local employer Weaver.

Cast

Richard Harris, Rachel Roberts, Alan Badel, William Hartnell, Colin Blakely, Vanda Godsell, Anne Cunningham, Jack Watson

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What is "This Sporting Life" about?

In Northern England in the early 1960s, Frank Machin is mean, tough and ambitious enough to become an immediate star in the rugby league team run by local employer Weaver.

When was "This Sporting Life" released?

This Sporting Life was released in 1963.

Who stars in "This Sporting Life"?

The cast includes Richard Harris, Rachel Roberts, Alan Badel, William Hartnell.