Cast: Thora Hird

Direction John Schlesinger

Cast Alan Bates · Thora Hird · June Ritchie · Pat Keen

Synopsis A Kind of Loving (1962) follows the journey of a young man navigating his way up from a working-class background through a white-collar job. His life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers his girlfriend is pregnant, leading to a...

Direction Alberto Cavalcanti

Cast Leslie Banks · C.V. France · Valerie Taylor · Marie Lohr

Synopsis Went the Day Well? (1942) unfolds during the tumultuous period of the Second World War, as a detachment of British soldiers arrives in the quaint, imaginary English village of "Bramley End." Initially, the villagers extend a warm welcome to these...

Direction Peter Glenville

Cast Laurence Olivier · Simone Signoret · Sarah Miles · Terence Stamp

Synopsis Term of Trial (1962) follows Graham Weir (Laurence Olivier), a schoolteacher grappling with alcoholism and a past conviction for conscientious objection during World War II, which has stunted his professional growth. His dedication to teaching is overshadowed by the contempt...

Direction Val Guest

Cast Brian Donlevy · Jack Warner · Margia Dean · Richard Wordsworth

Synopsis The Creeping Unknown (1955) follows the story of Britain's inaugural rocket launch, which, despite a successful liftoff and return to Earth, encounters a critical issue: all communication with the rocket has been abruptly cut off. The film delves into the...

Direction Tony Richardson

Cast Laurence Olivier · Brenda De Banzie · Joan Plowright · Roger Livesey

Synopsis The Entertainer (1960) follows the tumultuous life of Archie Rice, a struggling music hall comedian burdened by financial troubles. In a desperate bid to stay afloat, Archie exploits those in his orbit, displaying a mix of defiance and selfishness. His...

Direction Robert Hamer

Cast John Mills · John McCallum · Elizabeth Sellars · Eva Bergh

Synopsis The Long Memory (1953) follows the story of Davidson (John Mills), who seeks Captain Driver's approval to wed his daughter Fay. During his visit to the captain's vessel, Davidson becomes entangled in a violent altercation stemming from the illicit dealings...

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 Victor Saville

Cast Robert Taylor · Elizabeth Taylor · Robert Flemyng · Harold Warrender

Synopsis Conspirator (1949) unfolds in the bustling city of London, 1949. The story revolves around Melinda Greyton, a young American woman known for her charm and youthful exuberance, who finds herself captivated by Michael Curragh, a charismatic but reserved Englishman. Their...

Direction Michael Winner

Cast Marlon Brando · Stephanie Beacham · Thora Hird · Harry Andrews

Direction Ákos Ráthonyi

Cast Veronica Hurst · Ian Hunter · Reginald Beckwith · Patricia Laffan

Synopsis Don't Blame the Stork (1954) follows the comedic misadventures of Sir George Redway, a renowned actor who finds himself in an unexpected predicament when he publicly declares his affection for babies. His declaration leads to a baby being left at...

Direction John Gilling

Cast Dermot Walsh · Barbara Murray · Charles Victor · John Blythe

Synopsis The Frightened Man (1952) delves into the concealed existence of a second-hand dealer that inadvertently drags his son into a web of trouble. Julius Rosselli, portrayed by Dermot Walsh, faces expulsion from Oxford and becomes entangled with a group of...

Direction Terence Fisher

Cast Mai Zetterling · Robert Beatty · Guy Rolfe · Herbert Lom

Synopsis Portrait from Life (1948) follows the journey of a British military officer who becomes deeply intrigued by a captivating portrait of a young woman. Driven by his fascination, he embarks on a quest to Germany to locate her. However, his...

Direction Basil Dearden · Will Hay

Cast Will Hay · John Mills · Basil Sydney · Henry Hewitt

Synopsis The Black Sheep of Whitehall (1942) follows the comedic escapades of a Professor, portrayed by Will Hay, who is employed at a correspondence school. The story unfolds as the Professor uncovers a sinister plot involving a Nazi spy attempting to...

Direction Walter Forde

Cast Will Hay · Thora Hird · Muriel George

Synopsis Go to Blazes (S) (1942) is a humorous short film that offers a lighthearted take on a serious topic: how to handle the danger posed by incendiary bombs. The movie provides a comedic guide on dealing with these threats, blending...

Direction Ralph Smart

Cast John McCallum · Honor Blackman · Patrick Holt · Diana Dors

Synopsis A Boy, a Girl and a Bike (1949) unfolds in a charming North Country mill town during the late 1940s, where a local cycling club extends an invitation to two new members, unwittingly entangling themselves in a web of intrigue....

Direction Maurice Elvey

Cast James Hayter · Thora Hird · Diana Dors · Sheila Shand Gibbs

Synopsis The Great Game (1953) follows the story of a prosperous chairman of a prominent First Division Football Club, Burnville United. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the chairman engages in a morally questionable attempt to recruit a star player...

Direction Guy Green

Cast David Farrar · David Knight · Julia Arnall · Anthony Oliver

Synopsis Tears for Simon (1956) follows the gripping tale of a missing infant in the bustling city of London. When an 18-month-old baby vanishes without a trace, Detective Inspector Craig is tasked with the daunting mission of locating the child. The...

Direction Alan Cooke · James MacTaggart · Herbert Wise

Cast Tom Courtenay · Eileen Atkins · Colin Blakely · Juliet Mills

Synopsis Stage 2 (TV) (TV Miniseries) (1971) is a television miniseries that aired from 1971 to 1972, consisting of four episodes. This series is a collection of plays that were originally performed on stage, adapted for television. Each episode features a...

Direction Henry Cornelius

Cast Basil Radford · Jimmy Hanley · Janette Scott · A.E. Matthews

Synopsis The Galloping Major (1951) follows the comedic misadventures of a group of horse enthusiasts who form a syndicate with the intention of purchasing a specific racehorse. However, a mix-up occurs, and they end up acquiring the wrong horse. Realizing that...

Direction Roy Ward Baker

Cast Ursula Jeans · Cecil Parker · Joan Hopkins · Derek Bond

Synopsis The Weaker Sex (1948) portrays the challenges of maintaining a household during the tumultuous period of World War II. Martha Dacre strives to uphold a sense of normalcy in her home as the D-Day landings approach. Juggling multiple lodgers and...