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From Chekhov with Love

1968•1h 30m
Drama

Based on Anton Chekhov's short story, "About Love". Starring John Gielgud as Chekhov.

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Production

Rediffusion Television Limited

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

John Gielgud

John Gielgud

Anton Chekhov

Peggy Ashcroft

Peggy Ashcroft

Olga Knipper

Maurice Denham

Maurice Denham

Alexander Chekhov

Wendy Hiller

Wendy Hiller

Mme. Avilova

Dorothy Tutin

Dorothy Tutin

Marie

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