Overview

In 1901, a middle-class schoolboy whose parents are working abroad spends his summer in Bedfordshire with his great-uncle Silas. Though sixty years old, Silas relishes life—he’s a womaniser, drinker, and a poacher. At the prompting of his long-suffering housekeeper, Mrs Betts, he takes on the occasional odd job.

Cast

Albert Finney, Sue Johnston, Joe Prospero, Julian Holloway, Jennifer Piercey, Andrew Greenough, Lisa Kay, Janet Henfrey

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What is "My Uncle Silas" about?

In 1901, a middle-class schoolboy whose parents are working abroad spends his summer in Bedfordshire with his great-uncle Silas. Though sixty years old, Silas relishes life—he’s a womaniser, drinker, and a poacher. At the prompting of his long-suffering housekeeper, Mrs Betts, he takes on the occasional odd job.

When was "My Uncle Silas" released?

My Uncle Silas was released in 2001.

Who stars in "My Uncle Silas"?

The cast includes Albert Finney, Sue Johnston, Joe Prospero, Julian Holloway.