Sapphire
1959, English. Directed by Basil Dearden.
The sensational story of a girl who didn't belong.
Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As they interview a spate of suspects -- including the girl's white boyfriend and his disapproving parents -- the detectives wade through a stubbornly entrenched sludge of racism and bigotry.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Sapphire
Sapphire is streaming on Criterion Channel and TCM in India.
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Cast & crew
- Basil DeardenDirector
- Nigel PatrickSuperintendent Robert Hazard
- Michael CraigInspector Phil Learoyd
- Yvonne MitchellMildred
- Paul MassieDavid Harris
- Bernard MilesTed Harris
- Olga LindoMrs. Harris
- Earl CameronDr. Robbins
- Gordon HeathPaul Slade
- Barbara SteeleStudent (uncredited)
- Peter VaughanDetective Whitehead (uncredited)
- Yvonne BuckinghamSapphire Robbins
- Jocelyn BrittonPatsy
Details
- Released
- 2 November 1959
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Janet Green
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Sapphire: quick answers
Is Sapphire worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sapphire?
Sapphire runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Sapphire have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sapphire. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sapphire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sapphire is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sapphire on?
Sapphire is streaming on Criterion Channel and TCM in India. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sapphire?
If you liked Sapphire, try Lured, The Mirror Crack'd, The Scarlet Claw.
Who directed Sapphire?
Sapphire (1959) was directed by Basil Dearden and stars Nigel Patrick, Michael Craig, Yvonne Mitchell.