Sapphire(1959)

The sensational story of a girl who didn't belong.

7.0(53)1h 32mNovember 2, 1959

Synopsis

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.

Directed by Basil Dearden

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Cast

Nigel Patrick

Superintendent Robert Hazard

Michael Craig

Inspector Phil Learoyd

Yvonne Mitchell

Mildred

Paul Massie

David Harris

Bernard Miles

Ted Harris

Olga Lindo

Mrs. Harris

Earl Cameron

Dr. Robbins

Gordon Heath

Paul Slade

Barbara Steele

Student (uncredited)

Peter Vaughan

Detective Whitehead (uncredited)

Yvonne Buckingham

Sapphire Robbins

Jocelyn Britton

Patsy

Robert Adams

Horace Big Cigar

Desmond Llewelyn

Police Constable

Fenella Fielding

Lingerie Shop Manageress

Susan Stranks

Student

Freda Bamford

Sgt. Cook

Rupert Davies

Ferris

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Sapphire — frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sapphire?+

Sapphire is available to stream on Criterion Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.

When did Sapphire come out?+

Sapphire was released in 1959.

How long is Sapphire?+

Sapphire runs for 92 minutes (1 hour and 32 minutes).

Who directed Sapphire?+

Sapphire was directed by Basil Dearden.

Who stars in Sapphire?+

Sapphire stars Nigel Patrick, Michael Craig, Yvonne Mitchell, Paul Massie and Bernard Miles.

Is Sapphire worth watching?+

Sapphire holds a 7.0/10 rating from 53 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of mystery, crime and thriller.

Sapphire(1959)

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