The Agitator (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1945, The Agitator is a drama film directed by John Harlow, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The Agitator is a 1945 British drama film directed by John Harlow and starring William Hartnell, Mary Morris and John Laurie. Its plot follows a young mechanic who unexpectedly inherits the large firm where he works and tries to run it according to his socialist political beliefs. It was based on the 1925 novel Peter Pettinger by William Riley.
Who’s in it. The Agitator stars William Hartnell as Peter Pettinger (as Billy Hartnell), Mary Morris as Lettie Shackleton, John Laurie as Tom Tetley and Moore Marriott as Ben Duckett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Agitator has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Agitator page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Agitator tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Agitator (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Agitator change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Agitator worth watching?
- The Agitator holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Agitator?
- The Agitator stars William Hartnell, Mary Morris, John Laurie, Moore Marriott and George Carney.
- When was The Agitator released?
- The Agitator was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.