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A Shock to the System

BBC One
on BBC One London

Black comedy starring Michael Caine, Elizabeth McGovern

Advertising executive Graham Marshall is relying on a promotion to pull him through a mid-life crisis and quieten his wife's money grumbles. When the job goes to a younger rival, an accidental act shows Graham a more devious path to success.
(1990)
Film Reviews pages 53-60

Contributors

Director:
Jan Egleson
Graham Marshall:
Michael Caine
Stella Anderson:
Elizabeth McGovern
Robert Benham:
Peter Riegert
Leslie Marshall:
Swoosie Kurtz
Lt Laker:
Will Patton
Melanie O'Connor:
Jenny Wright
George Brewster:
John McMartin
Lillian:
Barbara Baxley
Tara Liston:
Haviland Morris
Henry Park:
Philip Moon
Source: Radio Times

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