Cast: Robert Donat

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Robert Donat · Madeleine Carroll · Lucie Mannheim · Godfrey Tearle

Synopsis The 39 Steps (1935) follows the thrilling escapades of a man who is wrongfully accused of murdering a secret agent. As he flees across the picturesque landscapes of Scotland, he finds himself shackled to a charming and enigmatic blonde woman...

Direction Sam Wood

Cast Robert Donat · Greer Garson · John Mills · Terry Kilburn

Synopsis Goodbye Mr. Chips (1939) follows the life journey of a seasoned classics educator who reflects on his extensive teaching career, recalling memorable students and colleagues. The narrative is deeply enriched by the teacher's reminiscences of his blissful courtship and marriage,...

Direction King Vidor

Cast Robert Donat · Rosalind Russell · Ralph Richardson · Rex Harrison

Synopsis The Citadel (1938) follows the journey of Andrew Manson, a passionate and idealistic young physician who starts his career in a small Welsh mining community. He becomes intrigued by the widespread coughing among the miners and is determined to uncover...

Direction Alexander Korda

Cast Charles Laughton · Binnie Barnes · Robert Donat · Elsa Lanchester

Synopsis The Private Life of Henry VIII (1933) delves into the tumultuous reign of King Henry VIII, focusing on his relationships with the final five of his six wives. Primarily set within the confines of the royal castle, the narrative commences...

Direction Anthony Asquith

Cast Robert Donat · Cedric Hardwicke · Basil Radford · Margaret Leighton

Synopsis The Winslow Boy (1948) unfolds in the autumn of 1912, as Arthur Winslow, a recently retired banker, returns home to his wife Grace. Arthur's displeasure with his 19-year-old son Dickie, an Oxford student, is evident, as he contrasts Dickie's behavior...

Direction Rowland V. Lee

Cast Robert Donat · Elissa Landi · Louis Calhern · Sidney Blackmer

Synopsis The Count of Monte Cristo (1934) follows the gripping tale of Edmond Dantes, who finds himself unjustly incarcerated in the formidable Chateau d'If. His crime? Merely delivering a message from the exiled Napoleon on Elba. While behind bars, Dantes is...

Direction John Boulting

Cast Robert Donat · Margaret Johnston · Maria Schell · Renée Asherson

Synopsis The Magic Box (1951) tells the story of William Freise-Greene, a man whose life has taken a dramatic turn. Once a vibrant and talented individual, he is now elderly, ailing, and impoverished, largely overlooked by society. In his youth, William...

Direction Mark Robson

Cast Ingrid Bergman · Curd Jürgens · Robert Donat · Michael David

Synopsis The Inn of the Sixth Happiness (1958) follows the extraordinary journey of Gladys Aylward, an Englishwoman who feels a profound connection to China. Unable to secure a position as a missionary, Gladys takes on domestic work to fund her journey...

Direction Alexander Korda

Cast Robert Donat · Deborah Kerr · Glynis Johns · Ann Todd

Synopsis Perfect Strangers (1945) follows the journey of Robert and Catherine, a couple whose tranquil marriage is disrupted by the onset of World War II, which keeps them apart for three years. The war significantly alters both individuals, leading them to...

Direction Laurent Bouzereau

Cast Ken Follett · Norman Lloyd · Alfred Hitchcock · Heywood Gould

Synopsis A Night at the Movies: The Suspenseful World of Thrillers (TV Series) (2009) delves into the multifaceted world of thrillers, examining various sub-genres and the cinematic techniques directors employ to create heart-pounding experiences for viewers. This documentary series showcases insights...

Direction René Clair

Cast Robert Donat · Jean Parker · Eugene Pallette · Elsa Lanchester

Synopsis The Ghost Goes West (1936) follows the Glourie clan, who were labeled cowards by their rivals, the MacClaggan clan, in the 18th century for avoiding war with the English. Murdoch Glourie, a notorious womanizer, is sent to battle but meets...

Direction Jacques Feyder

Cast Marlene Dietrich · Robert Donat · Irene Vanbrugh · Herbert Lomas

Direction Carol Reed

Cast Robert Donat · Robert Morley · Phyllis Calvert · John Mills

Synopsis The Young Mr. Pitt (1942) unfolds in 1783, with the English Parliament under the leadership of Charles James Fox and Lord North. King George III, displeased with their governance, finds solace in their waning influence and opts to appoint William...

Direction Charles Frend

Cast Robert Donat · Kay Walsh · Denholm Elliott · Adrienne Corri

Synopsis Lease of Life (1954) follows the story of a dedicated clergyman in a small, close-knit rural village who is confronted with the harsh reality of his impending mortality. As he grapples with his own end, he embarks on a journey...

Direction Zoltan Korda

Cast Edmund Gwenn · Wendy Barrie · Robert Donat · Patrick Barr

Synopsis Cash (1933) follows the story of a cunning individual and his daughter who have enjoyed a life of luxury but find themselves in a financial bind. Their desperate attempt to attract investors takes a wrong turn when the electricity company...

Direction Harold S. Bucquet

Cast Robert Donat · Glynis Johns · Phyllis Morris · Martin Miller

Synopsis The Adventures of Tartu / Sabotage Agent (1943) follows the thrilling journey of Stevenson, a British soldier with a unique linguistic skill set, fluent in both Rumanian and German. He embarks on a perilous undercover mission to disrupt a German...

Direction Carol Reed

Cast Eric Ambler · Robert Donat · Kathleen Harrison · Bernard Lee

Synopsis The New Lot (1943) follows the journey of five ordinary individuals from diverse walks of life who are unexpectedly drafted into the British Army amidst the turmoil of World War II. Each character brings their unique experiences and perspectives to...

Direction Frank Launder

Cast Stewart Granger · Kathleen Ryan · Alastair Sim · Robert Donat

Synopsis Captain Boycott (1947) unfolds in the early 19th century in Ireland, presenting a historical drama that delves into the rebellion of peasants against the harsh treatment meted out by Captain Boycott, the rent collector for the Earl of Erne. The...

Direction Leontine Sagan · Zoltan Korda

Cast Maurice Braddell · Joan Gardner · Emlyn Williams · Robert Donat

Synopsis Men of Tomorrow (1932) follows the journey of Allen Shepherd, who, after completing his education, achieves success as a renowned novelist and ties the knot with Jane Anderson. Initially, Shepherd holds firm beliefs in conventional gender roles, leading him to...