The Knowledge (1979)
Four men attempt "The Knowledge" examination to qualify as London taxi drivers.
Director: Bob Brooks
Genre: Comedy, Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date: January 1, 1979
Cast
- Mick Ford - Chris Matthews
- Kim Taylforth - Janet
- Nigel Hawthorne - Mr Burgess
- Michael Elphick - Gordon Weller
- David Ryall - Titanic Walters
- Jonathan Lynn - Ted Margolies
- Maureen Lipman - Brenda Weller
- Lesley Joseph - Val
- June Watson - Lillian
- Philippa Howell - Mrs Staveley
Screenplay
Production: Euston Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness
Keywords
london, england, taxi driver, unemployment
More Films by Director: Bob Brooks
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Knowledge about?
- Four men attempt "The Knowledge" examination to qualify as London taxi drivers.
- Who directed The Knowledge?
- The Knowledge was directed by Bob Brooks.
- Who stars in The Knowledge?
- The Knowledge stars Mick Ford, Kim Taylforth, Nigel Hawthorne, Michael Elphick, David Ryall, Jonathan Lynn.
- How long is The Knowledge?
- The Knowledge has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is The Knowledge?
- The Knowledge is a Comedy, Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Knowledge produced?
- The Knowledge was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of The Knowledge?
- The themes of The Knowledge include: Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness.