Cast: Beryl Reid

Direction John Irvin

Cast Alec Guinness · Ian Richardson · Michael Jayston · Ian Bannen

Synopsis Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy (TV Miniseries) (1979) follows the story of George Smiley, who has been enjoying retirement for about a year when an unexpected visitor from his past, a former colleague from British Intelligence, appears at his doorstep. Smiley...

Direction Simon Langton

Cast Alec Guinness · Eileen Atkins · Bernard Hepton · Bill Paterson

Synopsis Smiley’s People (TV Miniseries) (1982) follows the story of George Smiley, who is summoned from his peaceful retirement to uncover a mole within the intelligence agency where he was once a highly valued asset. The unassuming and meticulous master of...

Direction Robert Day

Cast Peter Sellers · David Lodge · Bernard Cribbins · Wilfrid Hyde-White

Synopsis Two Way Stretch (1960) follows the comedic misadventures of Peter Sellers, who meticulously orchestrates an intricate heist from behind bars. His ambitious plan involves escaping from prison, executing a daring diamond theft, and then ingeniously returning to his cell before...

Direction Robert Aldrich

Cast Beryl Reid · Susannah York · Coral Browne · Ronald Fraser

Direction Peter Grimwade

Cast Peter Davison · Matthew Waterhouse · Janet Fielding · Sarah Sutton

Synopsis Doctor Who: Earthshock (TV) (1982) transports viewers to the 26th century, where the Doctor, accompanied by Adric, Nyssa, and Tegan, assists a group of soldiers. Their mission is to unravel the mystery behind the murder of a scientific team within...

Direction Robert Wise

Cast Julie Andrews · Richard Crenna · Michael Craig · Daniel Massey

Synopsis Star! (1968) is a cinematic journey that delves into the life of the renowned actress Gertrude Lawrence, both on and off the stage. The film capitalizes on the opportunity to showcase lavish musical production numbers, with Julie Andrews delivering a...

Direction Freddie Francis

Cast Timothy Dalton · Jonathan Pryce · Stephen Rea · Twiggy

Synopsis The Doctor and the Devils (1985) follows the grim tale of a physician who secures cadavers from body snatchers to conduct his groundbreaking medical experiments. Set in the 19th century, the film delves into the dark and macabre world of...

Direction Frank Launder

Cast Alastair Sim · Joyce Grenfell · Hermione Baddeley · George Cole

Synopsis The Belles of St. Trinian's (1954) kicks off with the arrival of Princess Fatima, the Sultan's daughter, at England's renowned 'School for Young Ladies,' which only intensifies the usual pandemonium. The impending race of her father's prized horse, Arab Boy,...

Direction Robert Fuest

Cast Vincent Price · Robert Quarry · Peter Jeffrey · Fiona Lewis

Synopsis Dr. Phibes Rises Again (1972) follows the chilling tale of a vengeful doctor who returns from the dead, driven by an insatiable desire to obtain the Scrolls of Life. His ultimate goal is to resurrect his beloved wife, who tragically...

Direction James Hill

Cast Peter Sellers · Richard Attenborough · Beryl Reid · David Lodge

Direction Tony Richardson

Cast Ann-Margret · Michael Hordern · Jim Dale · Peter Bull

Synopsis Joseph Andrews (1977) follows the adventures of Peter Firth as the titular character, a young servant who was exchanged at birth. The film is a lively journey through a series of romantic escapades and misadventures. Joseph's luck takes a turn...

Direction James Kelley

Cast Beryl Reid · Flora Robson · John Hamill · Tessa Wyatt

Synopsis The Beast in the Cellar (Are You Dying, Young Man?) (1970) revolves around the unsettling tale of two elderly sisters who have confined their deranged sibling in their basement for three decades. The narrative takes a chilling turn when the...

Direction Bud Yorkin

Cast Alan Arkin · Patrick Cargill · Beryl Reid · Delia Boccardo

Synopsis Inspector Clouseau (1968) follows the comedic misadventures of the bumbling but determined French detective, Inspector Jacques Clouseau, as he is tasked with solving a series of high-profile robberies that have plagued Britain. Despite his clumsy antics and frequent mishaps, Clouseau's...

Direction Cliff Owen

Cast Ronnie Corbett · Beryl Reid · Arthur Lowe · Ian Ogilvy

Synopsis No Sex Please - We're British (1973) follows the comedic misadventures of a bank's assistant manager, David Hunter, and his new wife, Penny, who find themselves in an awkward situation when a shipment of adult materials meant for a porn...

Direction Roy Ward Baker · Robert Chetwyn · John Howard · Peter Sykes

Cast Peter Bowles · Bryan Murray · Beryl Reid · Niall Toibin

Synopsis The Irish R.M. (TV Series) (1983) is a captivating drama that aired from 1983 to 1985, spanning three seasons and 18 episodes. The story revolves around a former English army officer who takes on the role of a resident magistrate...

Direction Brian Parker

Cast James Bolam · Barbara Flynn · Dudley Sutton · Malcolm Storry

Synopsis The Beiderbecke Tapes (TV Miniseries) (1987) follows the story of Trevor and Jill, who stumble upon a tape recording that contains sensitive information about nuclear waste. Their discovery inadvertently leads them into a dangerous situation as they are relentlessly pursued...

Direction John Paddy Carstairs

Cast George Formby · Dorothy Hyson · George Merritt · John Warwick

Synopsis Spare a Copper (1940) follows the tale of a courageous policeman who, during wartime, foils a dangerous scheme aimed at destroying a battleship, earning him the status of a hero. However, his fellow officers begin to suspect him of being...

Direction Eric Sykes

Cast Eric Sykes · Jimmy Edwards · Bob Todd · Charlie Drake

Synopsis Rhubarb Rhubarb (1980) follows the escapades of a police inspector and a vicar who decide to take a break from their duties to enjoy a round of golf at the prestigious Royal Rhubarb Golf Club. The inspector, however, has a...

Direction Cedric Messina · John Gorrie · Rudolph Cartier · Waris Hussein

Cast Charles Gray · Lally Bowers · Eileen Atkins · Janet Suzman

Synopsis BBC Play of the Month (TV Series) (1965) aired from 1965 to 1983, spanning an impressive 16 seasons and 120 episodes. This anthology series showcased a diverse range of dramatic performances, each episode presenting a unique play or adaptation. The...

Direction Peter Sasdy

Cast Gian Sammarco · Julie Walters · Stephen Moore · Beryl Reid

Synopsis The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 3/4 (TV Series) (1985) is a British television series that aired from 1985 to 1987, spanning two seasons and twelve episodes. The show follows the life of Adrian Mole, a 13-year-old boy...