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The Ruling Class

6.419722h 34mPGMovieComedyDrama

When the Earl of Gurney dies in a cross-dressing accident, his schizophrenic son, Jack, inherits the Gurney estate. Jack is not the average nobleman; he sings and dances across the estate and thinks he is Jesus reincarnated. Believing that…

DirectorPeter Medak
WriterPeter Barnes
ProducersJules Buck·Jack Hawkins

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Cast · Directed by Peter Medak

POPeter O'Toole
Peter O'Toole
Jack 14th Earl of Gurney
ASAlastair Sim
Alastair Sim
Bishop Lampton
ALArthur Lowe
Arthur Lowe
Tucker
HAHarry Andrews
Harry Andrews
13th Earl of Gurney
CBCoral Browne
Coral Browne
Lady Claire Gurney
MBMichael Bryant
Michael Bryant
Dr. Herder
NGNigel Green
Nigel Green
McKyle
WMWilliam Mervyn
William Mervyn
Sir Charles Gurney
CSCarolyn Seymour
Carolyn Seymour
Grace Shelley
JVJames Villiers
James Villiers
Dinsdale
KWKay Walsh
Kay Walsh
Mrs. Piggott-Jones
PBPatsy Byrne
Patsy Byrne
Mrs. Treadwell

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The Ruling Class — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Ruling Class?

The Ruling Class is streaming on Criterion Channel, Britbox and Tubi TV in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Ruling Class on Netflix?

No, The Ruling Class is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Britbox.

Is The Ruling Class on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Ruling Class isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Britbox instead.

Where can I watch The Ruling Class for free?

The Ruling Class is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV and Plex in Canada.