The Road Builder
1971, English. Directed by Alastair Reid.
A lonely woman in a decaying mansion... A young stranger on a big, black bike.
The dreary existence of middle-aged spinster Maura Prince takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of young handyman Billy Jarvis, but there may be more to him than meets the eye.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Alastair ReidDirector
- Patricia NealMaura Prince
- Pamela BrownMrs. Edith Prince
- Nicholas ClayBilly Jarvis
- Jean AndersonMrs. Millicent McMurtrey
- Graham CrowdenMr. Bolton
- Yootha JoyceMrs. Palafox
- Peter SallisRev. Rupert Palafox
- Brigit ForsythDistrict Nurse
- Sebastian BreaksDr. Ronnie Robinson
- Diana PatrickMary Wingate
- Jenny McCrackenJenny
- Bruce MylesBank Clerk
Details
- Released
- 25 February 1971
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Roald Dahl
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What The Road Builder is based on
The Road Builder is adapted from a novel.
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How long is The Road Builder?
The Road Builder runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
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The Road Builder is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Road Builder on?
The Road Builder isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Road Builder?
If you liked The Road Builder, try Eyes of a Stranger, Roadgames, Alice, Sweet Alice.
Who directed The Road Builder?
The Road Builder (1971) was directed by Alastair Reid and stars Patricia Neal, Pamela Brown, Nicholas Clay.
What is The Road Builder based on?
The Road Builder is adapted from a novel.