Cause of Death (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film
Released in 1997, Cause of Death is a thriller, drama, tv movie and documentary film directed by John Hay, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. A QED drama special, based upon a real-life case of medical negligence. Within four days of being admitted to hospital with minor injuries, Ray Peters' son Mark is in a coma, and two weeks later he is dead. Suspecting critical mistakes by the doctors. Ray vows to find out the truth.
Who’s in it. Cause of Death stars Tom Georgeson as Ray Peters, Niamh Cusack as Mary McGuire, Michele Dotrice as Anna Peters and Louisa Milwood-Haigh as Sera Wilder, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cause of Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cause of Death tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cause of Death (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cause of Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Cause of Death?
- Cause of Death stars Tom Georgeson, Niamh Cusack, Michele Dotrice, Louisa Milwood-Haigh and Julian Kerridge.
- When was Cause of Death released?
- Cause of Death was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.