Overview

In a small (fictional) emirate of the Persian Gulf a world-weary journalist is caught up in a coup where the Emir's son, under the influence of a political renegade, attempts to depose his father - the ruling monarch. Flashbacks of the journalist's life show us how his relationships with the Emir and a beautiful young woman develop and flourish.

Cast

John Hurt, Imogen Stubbs, Robert McBain, Greg Hicks, Bargach Abdelrahim, Julian Curry, David Conville, Roshan Seth

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What is "Deadline" about?

In a small (fictional) emirate of the Persian Gulf a world-weary journalist is caught up in a coup where the Emir's son, under the influence of a political renegade, attempts to depose his father - the ruling monarch. Flashbacks of the journalist's life show us how his relationships with the Emir and a beautiful young woman develop and flourish.

When was "Deadline" released?

Deadline was released in 1988.

Who stars in "Deadline"?

The cast includes John Hurt, Imogen Stubbs, Robert McBain, Greg Hicks.

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