An insecure, aggressive widow of a tea garden manager reluctantly develops an affectionate relationship with an Indian housewife and her family.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Deborah KerrHelen | Helen |
 Madhur JaffreyRuxmani | Ruxmani |
 Alec McCowenMr. Philpott | Mr. Philpott |
 Iain CuthbertsonArthur | Arthur |
 Zia MohyeddinMr. Lal | Mr. Lal |
 Anton LesserMr. Sutton | Mr. Sutton |
 Peggy Ann WoodMrs. Grace | Mrs. Grace |
| RRonald RussellMr. Grace | Mr. Grace |