Betrayal
Seen it?1983 | 95 min | Drama
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (86% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite little lasting buzz. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 35 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
An affair between a literary agent and his best friend's wife, unfolding in reverse-chronological order.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
86% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 1 Oscar.
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 24K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by David Hugh Jones
- Jeremy IronsJerry
- Ben KingsleyRobert
- Patricia HodgeEmma
- Avril ElgarMrs. Banks
- Caspar NormanSam
- Ray MarioniWaiter
- Chloe BillingtonCharlotte Age 5
- Michael KönigNed Age 2
- Lucien MorganMan in Party (uncredited)
- Alexander McIntoshNed Age 5