Cast: Kay Kendall

Direction George Cukor

Cast Gene Kelly · Mitzi Gaynor · Kay Kendall · Taina Elg

Synopsis Les Girls (1957) follows the aftermath of Sybil Wren (Kay Kendall) publishing a memoir detailing her experiences with the dance troupe "Barry Nichols and Les Girls." This leads to a libel lawsuit from her former colleague, Angele (Taina Elg). The...

Direction Henry Cornelius

Cast Dinah Sheridan · John Gregson · Kay Kendall · Kenneth More

Synopsis Genevieve (1953) follows the story of two friends, Alan McKim and Ambrose Claverhouse, who find themselves in a heated rivalry during the annual London to Brighton vintage car rally. Their friendly competition quickly escalates into a bitter contest, fueled by...

Direction Vincente Minnelli

Cast Rex Harrison · Kay Kendall · John Saxon · Sandra Dee

Synopsis The Reluctant Debutante (1958) follows the story of Jimmy and Sheila Broadbent (Rex Harrison and Kay Kendall), who invite their 17-year-old daughter, Jane (Sandra Dee), to London. Jane, from Jimmy's first marriage, is visiting her father and meeting her stepmother...

Direction Muriel Box

Cast Peter Finch · Kay Kendall · Muriel Pavlow · Hubert Gregg

Synopsis Simon and Laura (1955) unfolds in the early days of BBC television, where a novice producer conceives a family drama series inspired by a real-life married actor duo. The chosen couple, the Fosters, are in dire need of financial stability,...

Direction Richard Thorpe

Cast Robert Taylor · Kay Kendall · Robert Morley · George Cole

Synopsis Quentin Durward (1955) follows the journey of a Scottish nobleman who ventures to France in 1465 to escort Isabelle, the Countess of Marcroy, on behalf of his aging Scottish uncle. The Duke of Burgundy has political motivations for arranging this...

Direction Sidney Gilliat

Cast Rex Harrison · Margaret Leighton · Kay Kendall · Cecil Parker

Synopsis The Constant Husband (1955) follows the story of Charles Hathaway, who awakens in the picturesque landscape of West Wales with a puzzling void in his memory. Unable to recall his identity or the circumstances that led him there, he seeks...

Direction Terence Fisher

Cast Zachary Scott · Robert Beatty · Naomi Chance · Kay Kendall

Synopsis Wings of Danger (1952) follows the story of Richard Van Ness, who faces a dilemma when he attempts to prevent his girlfriend's brother, Nick Talbot, from embarking on a perilous cargo flight in harsh weather conditions. Nick, a daring pilot,...

Direction Ralph Thomas

Cast Dirk Bogarde · Muriel Pavlow · Kenneth More · Donald Sinden

Synopsis Doctor in the House (1954) follows the journey of Simon Sparrow, a fresh medical student who has just begun his studies at the prestigious St Swithin's hospital in London. He quickly befriends three more experienced students and becomes engrossed in...

Direction Stanley Donen

Cast Yul Brynner · Kay Kendall · Geoffrey Toone · Maxwell Shaw

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Gregory Ratoff · Kay Kendall · Marina Berti · Sydney Chaplin

Synopsis Abdulla the Great (1955) follows the story of a powerful and wealthy monarch in a Middle Eastern nation who seemingly has it all. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes infatuated with a stunning model. Despite his...

Direction Richard Vernon

Cast Cesar Romero · Kay Kendall · Edward Underdown · Victor Maddern

Synopsis Street of Shadows (1953) follows the journey of a petty criminal navigating the grimy streets of Soho. After becoming entangled in the homicide of a former flame, the protagonist finds himself on the run from law enforcement. As he evades...

Direction Alberto Cavalcanti

Cast Tommy Trinder · Stanley Holloway · Betty Warren · Jean Kent

Synopsis Champagne Charlie (1944) unfolds in the vibrant, gas-lit music halls of 1860s London, where the first half of the film is dominated by the musical talents of Tommy Trinder and Stanley Holloway. The narrative revolves around a rivalry between two...

Direction Wesley Ruggles

Cast Sid Field · Greta Gynt · Petula Clark · Kay Kendall

Synopsis London Town (1946) follows the journey of a seasoned music hall entertainer who makes his way back to the bustling city, convinced that he is the leading man of an upcoming production. However, his excitement is short-lived as he learns...

Direction Frank Launder

Cast Dennis Price · John McCallum · Stanley Holloway · Pauline Stroud

Synopsis Lady Godiva Rides Again (1951) follows the journey of Marjory Clark, a small-town girl from the Midlands who secures victory in a local contest. Her triumph propels her into the national spotlight as she participates in the Festival of Britain...

Direction Terence Fisher

Cast Paul Henreid · Lois Maxwell · Kieron Moore · Hugh Sinclair

Synopsis Mantrap (1953) follows the story of Thelma, portrayed by Lois Maxwell, who is the wife of Speight, a man convicted of a crime but deemed mentally unstable. To escape her past, Thelma adopts a new identity, known only to her...

Direction Compton Bennett

Cast Jane Hylton · Ian Hunter · Terence Morgan · Muriel Pavlow

Direction Gordon Parry

Cast Stanley Holloway · Kay Kendall · Brian Reece · Joan Young

Synopsis Fast and Loose (1954) follows the story of an unmarried couple who find themselves in a predicament when they arrive at a charming country inn. With only one spare room available, they must come up with a series of creative...

Direction Charles Crichton

Cast Donald Houston · Bonar Colleano · Petula Clark · Natasha Parry

Synopsis Dance Hall (1950) presents a series of interconnected stories centered around four young women who work in a factory and find solace and excitement in their evenings spent at the neighborhood dance hall. Each girl navigates her own unique romantic...

Direction Anthony Pelissier

Cast Stanley Holloway · Peggy Cummins · Jack Watling · Barbara Murray

Synopsis Meet Mr. Lucifer (1953) follows the peculiar journey of a television set, initially gifted as a retirement present, which is subsequently sold to various families. Each new owner experiences a series of unfortunate events, leading to widespread distress and turmoil....

Direction Basil Dearden

Cast Jack Warner · Robert Beatty · Bill Owen · Maxwell Reed

Synopsis The Square Ring (1953) is a gripping boxing drama that delves into the lives of five distinct fighters, each with their own unique motivations for stepping into the ring. The film explores the personal journeys and struggles of these individuals,...