Name: Young Cassidy
Director: Jack Cardiff
Genre: Drama
Released: 1965
Duration: 110 min
Cast: Rod Taylor, Julie Christie, Maggie Smith, Michael Redgrave, Edith Evans

What Young Cassidy Is About

In Dublin circa 1911, John Cassidy (Rod Taylor), an impoverished idealist, whose ambitions are restricted by the demands of looking after his family, journeys through the social injustices of Dublin life, involving himself with the rowdy tramway-men strike, dawdling with prostitute Daisy Battles (Julie Christie), and seeking a better life. He falls in love with bookshop assistant Nora (Dame Maggie Smith) who encourages him toward a life of writing. Finding success at the Abbey Theatre, his unorthodox views estrange him from family, friends, and his own past.

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What is Young Cassidy about?

In Dublin circa 1911, John Cassidy (Rod Taylor), an impoverished idealist, whose ambitions are restricted by the demands of looking after his family, journeys through the social injustices of Dublin life, involving himself with the rowdy tramway-men strike, dawdling with prostitute Daisy Battles (Julie Christie), and seeking a better life. He falls in love with bookshop assistant Nora (Dame Maggie Smith) who encourages him toward a life of writing.

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How long is Young Cassidy?

Young Cassidy runs for 110 minutes (1h 50m).

When did Young Cassidy come out?

Young Cassidy was released in 1965.

Who directed Young Cassidy?

Young Cassidy was directed by Jack Cardiff.

Who stars in Young Cassidy?

Young Cassidy stars Rod Taylor, Julie Christie, Maggie Smith, Michael Redgrave.

What is Young Cassidy's rating?

Young Cassidy holds 6.5/10 on IMDb and 6.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 66 out of 100.