Dead Gorgeous (2002): Cast
Dead Gorgeous is a 2002 film directed by Sarah Harding, starring Fay Ripley as Rose, Helen McCrory and Ron Cook. It runs 2 hours.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Director
- Sarah Harding
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Carlton Television
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Dead Gorgeous About?
The premise of Dead Gorgeous without spoilers.
In the aftermath of World II, longtime friends Rose and Antonia reunite, both dissatisfied with their marriages. Together they devise a scheme to “accidentally” eliminate each other's husbands, leading to a twisted, humorous plot of betrayal and desperation. As they plot, the fragile post‑war reality sharpens their motives, and the film blends dark comedy with social satire.
Dead Gorgeous Cast & Characters
Fay Ripley leads the cast as Rose, with Helen McCrory as Antonia and Ron Cook as Hector. Directed by Sarah Harding; 22 actors are credited in all.
- Director Sarah Harding
- Fay Ripley as Rose
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Helen McCrory as Antonia -
Ron Cook as Hector -
Dermot Crowley as Mr Smart
Also Starring in Dead Gorgeous
· 18 more- Pip Torrens Rex Ballard
- David Schaal Constable
- Jonny Phillips Barry Bell
- William Hoyland Senior Civil Servant
- Lloyd Owen Vic
- Cheryl Hall Female Witness
- Alan David Mr Greeley
- Dominic Coleman Workman
- Max Harvey Male Witness
- Michael Müller Det. Sgt. Painter
- Linda Spurrier Mrs Mason
- Peter Waddington Mr Burden
- Guy Manning Peter Bliss
- Edward Lyon Coroner
- Fidelis Morgan Asst. Registrar
- Myles Hoyle Rev. Mason
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- Gerard Bell Jury Foreman
- Andrew Watson Young Police Constable
Cars in Dead Gorgeous
8 cars on screen, including the 1935 Bentley 3½ Litre and the 1933 Austin 12/4 Taxi.
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1935 Bentley 3½ Litre Important role -
1933 Austin 12/4 Taxi Minor role -
1938 Wolseley 14/60 Minor role -
1954 Austin FX3 Taxi Background role
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Dead Gorgeous FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Dead Gorgeous, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dead Gorgeous?
Dead Gorgeous runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was Dead Gorgeous released?
Dead Gorgeous was released on October 21, 2002.
Who directed Dead Gorgeous?
Dead Gorgeous was directed by Sarah Harding.
More films by Sarah Harding Who is in the cast of Dead Gorgeous?
Dead Gorgeous stars Fay Ripley as Rose, Helen McCrory as Antonia and Ron Cook as Hector, among 22 credited actors.
Does Dead Gorgeous have a post-credit scene?
No. Dead Gorgeous has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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