Link Span (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1956, Link Span is a documentary film directed by Michael Clarke, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. Twenty-four hours in the story of the British Railways Channel ferryboats, the 'link spans' directly joining the roads and railways of Britain with those of France and all the Continent. The Lord Warden laden with an assortment of road vehicles from Dover, and the Night Ferry from Newhaven carrying passengers bound for Paris, Vienna or Rome are two of the ferries illustrated in this film; and freight is not forgotten.
Who’s in it. Link Span stars Michael Goodliffe as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Link Span sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Link Span page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Link Span (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Link Span change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Link Span worth watching?
- Link Span holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Link Span?
- Link Span stars Michael Goodliffe.
- When was Link Span released?
- Link Span was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.