A Subject of Scandal and Concern
1960, English. Directed by Tony Richardson.
A dramatized account of a Victorian cause célèbre, written by John Osborne and concerning the true story of the last person in England to be tried for blasphemy. Richard Burton plays John George Holyoake, a social reformer who goes on trial for speaking in public about his atheist views. Rachel Roberts plays his wife, and the programme is introduced by Face to Face inquisitor John Freeman.
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- 1h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 6 November 1960
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- John Osborne
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What A Subject of Scandal and Concern is based on
A Subject of Scandal and Concern is adapted from a play or musical.
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A Subject of Scandal and Concern runs 65 minutes (1h 5m).
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A Subject of Scandal and Concern isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 November 1960. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Subject of Scandal and Concern?
If you liked A Subject of Scandal and Concern, try Battle of the Year, Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault, American Son.
Who directed A Subject of Scandal and Concern?
A Subject of Scandal and Concern (1960) was directed by Tony Richardson and stars Richard Burton, George Devine, Rachel Roberts.
What is A Subject of Scandal and Concern based on?
A Subject of Scandal and Concern is adapted from a play or musical.