Life for Ruth (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1962, Life for Ruth is a drama film directed by Basil Dearden, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. John Harris finds himself ostracized and placed on trial for allowing his daughter Ruth to die. His religious beliefs forbade him to give consent for a blood transfusion that would have saved her life. Doctor Brown is determined to seek justice for what he sees as the needless death of a young girl.
Who’s in it. Life for Ruth stars Michael Craig as John Harris, Patrick McGoohan as Dr Brown, Janet Munro as Pat Harris and Paul Rogers as Hart Jacobs, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Life for Ruth has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Life for Ruth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Life for Ruth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Life for Ruth (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Life for Ruth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Life for Ruth worth watching?
- Life for Ruth holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Life for Ruth?
- Life for Ruth stars Michael Craig, Patrick McGoohan, Janet Munro, Paul Rogers and Malcolm Keen.
- When was Life for Ruth released?
- Life for Ruth was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.