John Thaw plays Tom Oakley, Nick Robinson plays William Beech, and Annabelle Apsion plays Mrs. Beech in the 1998 ITV film Goodnight Mister Tom.
Main cast
- Tom OakleyJohn ThawMain
- William BeechNick RobinsonMain
- Mrs. BeechAnnabelle ApsionMain
Supporting cast
- GeorgeThomas OrangeSupp
- ZachMossie SmithSupp
- SammyTaylor FawcettSupp
- Dr. LittleWilliam ArmstrongSupp
- Mrs. HartridgePaula WilcoxSupp
- RalphJohn BoweSupp
Guest & voice
- Annie HartridgeJenny HoweGuest
- VicarJohn WoodnuttGuest
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About this cast
Goodnight Mister Tom is a 1998 ITV film adaptation of Michelle Magorian’s novel, set during World War II. It follows the story of a reclusive widower, Tom Oakley, who takes in a young evacuee from London, William Beech, and the bond that transforms both their lives.
FAQs
Who plays Tom Oakley in Goodnight Mister Tom?
John Thaw plays the lead role of Tom Oakley, the gruff but kind-hearted widower who takes in evacuee William Beech.
Who plays William Beech in Goodnight Mister Tom?
Nick Robinson plays William Beech, the young evacuee from London who forms a deep bond with Tom.
Is Goodnight Mister Tom a TV series or a film?
It is a single TV film, originally broadcast on ITV in 1998.
What is the book Goodnight Mister Tom based on?
The film is based on the 1981 novel by Michelle Magorian, set during the evacuation of children in World War II.
Who plays Mrs. Beech in Goodnight Mister Tom?
Annabelle Apsion plays Mrs. Beech, William’s abusive mother who appears later in the story.
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