Cast: John Laurie

Direction Michael Powell · Emeric Pressburger

Cast Roger Livesey · Anton Walbrook · Deborah Kerr · John Laurie

Synopsis The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943) follows the heartwarming journey of a remarkable individual, General Clive Wynne-Candy. Initially introduced as a robust and somewhat pompous figure, Candy appears to embody antiquated values. However, a journey back 40 years...

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 David Lean

Cast Charles Laughton · John Mills · Brenda De Banzie · Daphne Anderson

Synopsis Hobson's Choice (1953) is a captivating film directed by David Lean, known for its sharp humor and heartwarming romance. The story is based on Harold Brighouse's play and centers around Henry Hobson, a domineering bootmaker portrayed by Charles Laughton. Hobson...

Direction Laurence Olivier

Cast Laurence Olivier · Ralph Richardson · John Gielgud · Claire Bloom

Synopsis Richard III (1955) presents the final chapter in Laurence Olivier's Shakespearean trilogy, offering a bold and captivating depiction of a man resolutely committed to his villainous ambitions. Olivier masterfully embodies the Duke of Gloucester, a character so brilliantly portrayed that...

Direction Michael Powell

Cast Niall MacGinnis · John Laurie · Belle Chrystall · Finlay Currie

Synopsis The Edge of the World (1937) begins with three individuals exploring the rugged cliffs of a Shetland island, where they discover a grave marker at the brink of a steep drop, inscribed with "Peter Manson ... gone over." One of...

Direction Michael Powell · Emeric Pressburger

Cast Wendy Hiller · Roger Livesey · Finlay Currie · Pamela Brown

Synopsis I Know Where I'm Going! (1945) follows the journey of a determined young woman named Joan, who has always been clear about her ambitions. She is on the verge of marrying a wealthy man, but her plans are disrupted when...

Direction Albert Lewin

Cast James Mason · Ava Gardner · Nigel Patrick · Sheila Sim

Synopsis Pandora and the Flying Dutchman (1951) follows the story of Pandora Reynolds, portrayed by Ava Gardner, who resides in Lisbon in a state of self-imposed exile, surrounded by decadence and admiration from all. However, she finds herself incapable of experiencing...

Direction Sydney Newman · Don Leaver · Peter Hammond · Kim Mills

Cast Patrick MacNee · Diana Rigg · Honor Blackman · Linda Thorson

Synopsis The Avengers (TV Series) (1961) was a British television series that aired from 1961 to 1969, spanning 7 seasons and 161 episodes. Produced by Associated British Corporation and created by Sydney Newman, the series showcased the adventures of secret agents...

Direction Ken Annakin · Harold French

Cast James Hayter · Kathleen Harrison · Felix Aylmer · Lana Morris

Synopsis Trio (1950) is a compilation of three distinct short stories. "The Verger" centers around a church verger who is dismissed from his job after it is revealed that he is illiterate. With the encouragement of his understanding wife, he transforms...

Direction Byron Haskin

Cast Bobby Driscoll · Robert Newton · Basil Sydney · Walter Fitzgerald

Synopsis Treasure Island (1950) follows the thrilling journey of young Jim Hawkins, who becomes entangled in a quest for hidden riches. Inspired by the tales of Captain Flint's buried treasure, Squire Trelawney, Dr. Livesey, and Jim embark on a perilous voyage...

Direction Carol Reed

Cast David Niven · Stanley Holloway · James Donald · Peter Ustinov

Synopsis The Way Ahead (1944) follows a diverse group of recruits who are summoned to join the infantry during the tumultuous years of World War II. Initially, these men seem ill-prepared and disorganized, but their dedicated sergeant and lieutenant recognize their...

Direction Bernard Knowles

Cast Margaret Lockwood · Patricia Roc · Dennis Price · Basil Sydney

Direction Leslie Howard · Maurice Elvey

Cast Joan Gates · Jean Gillie · Joan Greenwood · Joyce Howard

Synopsis The Gentle Sex (1943) follows the journeys of seven kind-hearted British women who choose to contribute to the war effort during World War II. Each woman brings her unique skills and determination to various roles, showcasing their resilience and dedication...

Direction Ralph Thomas

Cast Dirk Bogarde · Stanley Baker · Michael Craig · Barbara Murray

Synopsis Campbell's Kingdom (1957) follows Bruce Campbell, portrayed by Dirk Bogarde, who takes possession of a vast estate in the Canadian Rockies known as "Campbell's Kingdom" following his grandfather's passing. Diagnosed with a terminal illness, Bruce embarks on a mission to...

Direction Mario Zampi

Cast Alastair Sim · Fay Compton · Guy Middleton · George Cole

Synopsis Laughter in Paradise (1951) follows the story of a renowned prankster, Henry Russell, who bequeaths £50,000 to each of his four surviving relatives. However, his final jest is that each heir must complete a task that is entirely out of...

Direction Charles Frank

Cast Jean Simmons · Katina Paxinou · Derrick De Marney · Derek Bond

Synopsis Uncle Silas (1947) follows the story of Caroline Ruthyn, a young teenager who finds herself under the guardianship of her uncle Silas after her father's passing. Silas, a man of questionable mental stability and financial struggles, becomes her guardian. Caroline's...

Direction John Gilling

Cast Noel Willman · Jennifer Daniel · Ray Barrett · Jacqueline Pearce

Synopsis The Reptile (1966) follows the story of Harry and Valerie Spalding, who inherit a cottage in a secluded village after the mysterious death of Harry's brother, Charles. The couple encounters a chilly reception from the villagers, except for the friendly...

Direction Richard Quine

Cast Peter Sellers · Lynne Frederick · Lionel Jeffries · Elke Sommer

Synopsis The Prisoner of Zenda (1979) presents a whimsical and unconventional adaptation of Anthony Hope's renowned novel. In this rendition, the narrative takes a playful detour under the direction of Peter Sellers. The story revolves around the new King Rudolph of...

Direction Brian Desmond Hurst

Cast Anton Walbrook · Sally Gray · Derrick De Marney · Cecil Parker

Synopsis Dangerous Moonlight (1941) begins with a harrowing prologue set in 1940, where a man grapples with the aftermath of shell shock, desperately trying to piece together his fragmented memories. The narrative then shifts to a flashback during the tumultuous Nazi...

Direction Robert Stevenson

Cast Peter Ustinov · Helen Hayes · Clive Revill · Derek Nimmo

Synopsis One of Our Dinosaurs is Missing (1975) is a whimsical family comedy centered around Lord Southmere (Derek Nimmo), a British aristocrat who has covertly brought a microfilm containing "Lotus X" from China. Upon returning to England, he is pursued by...