Movie

The Life and Crimes of William Palmer

Released: March 3, 1998 (1998)

Runtime: 180 minutes

Genres: Drama, Crime

Keith Allen plays William Palmer in this true story of a Victorian-era English surgeon who uses poison to settle scores and ward off debt. William lacks a sense of regret, even after killing his wife, brother and three of his own children.

Main Cast (Top 10 billed, oldest first)

Judy Cornwell as Mrs. Palmer
Age at release: 58
John Bleasdale as Henry Bladon
Age at release: 51
Linda Bassett as Mary Thornton
Age at release: 48
Keith Allen as Dr. William Palmer
Age at release: 44
Ron Donachie as Leonard Bladon
Age at release: 41
Ben Miles as Thomas Palmer
Age at release: 31
Jayne Ashbourne as Annie Palmer
Age at release: 29
Richard Coyle as John Parsons Cook
Age at release: 26
Dominic Borrelli as Samuel Cheshire
Age at release: Unknown
Christian Burgess as George Palmer
Age at release: Unknown