Cast: Cyril Chamberlain

Direction Roy Ward Baker

Cast John Mills · Sylvia Syms · Brenda De Banzie · Earl Cameron

Synopsis Flame in the Streets (1961) follows the story of a dedicated union leader within a major corporation who strives to secure equal rights for the small group of West Indian employees. His journey is fraught with challenges, but he ultimately...

Direction Charles Frend

Cast Will Hay · Bernard Miles · John Stuart · David Evans

Synopsis The Big Blockade (1942) is a wartime propaganda film that highlights the achievements of the economic blockade imposed on Germany during the early stages of World War II. The movie provides a detailed account of how the blockade was effectively...

Direction David MacDonald

Cast Barry K. Barnes · Valerie Hobson · Alastair Sim · Edward Lewy

Synopsis This Man in Paris (1939) follows the thrilling escapades of a British journalist and his spouse as they embark on a leisurely holiday in the City of Lights. Their relaxing getaway takes an unexpected turn when they cross paths with...

Direction Herbert Wilcox

Cast Frankie Vaughan · Jeremy Spenser · Jocelyn Lane · Wilfrid Hyde-White

Synopsis Wonderful Things (1958) unfolds in the picturesque fishing village of Gibraltar, where the story revolves around Frankie Vaughan's character, Carmello. Carmello, a young fisherman, struggles to make ends meet and provide for his fiery fiancée. In pursuit of a better...

Direction Paul L. Stein

Cast Flora Robson · Robert Newton · Ann Todd · Geoffrey Toone

Synopsis Poison Pen (1939) unfolds in a quiet British village, where tranquility is disrupted when villagers start receiving malicious and hateful letters. These "poison pen" missives stir up chaos and suspicion among the residents, leading to a tense atmosphere as everyone...

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 Lewis Gilbert

Cast Kathleen Byron · Laurence Harvey · Sydney Tafler · Dora Bryan

Synopsis Scarlet Thread (1951) follows the tale of a pair of criminals who join forces to execute a daring jewelry heist. However, their meticulously planned operation takes a disastrous turn, resulting in the unintended shooting of an unsuspecting bystander.

Direction Frank Launder

Cast Alastair Sim · Elizabeth Allan · Roland Culver · Colin Gordon

Synopsis Folly to Be Wise (1953) follows the journey of a recently appointed military chaplain who is tasked with overseeing the entertainment activities within the camp. The film delves into the challenges and comedic situations he encounters as he strives to...

Direction Gilbert Gunn

Cast Donald Sinden · Barbara Murray · Carole Lesley · Ronald Shiner

Synopsis Operation Bullshine (1959) kicks off with a lively twist as a squad of A.T.S. (Auxiliary Territorial Service) women are assigned to a distant light ack-ack command post along the English coastline. The story unfolds with a blend of humor and...

Direction Gerald Thomas

Cast Sid James · Hattie Jacques · Kenneth Connor · Charles Hawtrey

Synopsis Carry On Cabby (1963) follows the story of Charlie, a dedicated entrepreneur who has built a thriving taxi company, Speedee Taxis. However, his relentless work ethic leads him to overlook his wife, Peggy. The tranquility of his business is disrupted...

Direction Gerald Thomas

Cast Dermot Walsh · Susan Shaw · Lisa Gastoni · Jack Watling

Synopsis Chain of Events (1958) follows the story of a clerk who attempts to avoid paying his bus fare, leading to a series of unexpected and intricate complications. The film delves into the consequences of this seemingly minor action, as the...

Direction Montgomery Tully

Cast Lee Patterson · Rona Anderson · John Le Mesurier · Bill Nagy

Synopsis Man with a Gun (1958) follows the story of a tenacious insurance investigator who is tasked with determining the cause of a mysterious nightclub fire. Initially, the detective's suspicions fall on the club's owner, who seems to have a motive...

Direction Cy Endfield

Cast Arthur Kennedy · Constance Smith · Joy Shelton · Jack Allen

Synopsis Impulse (1954) follows the story of an American real estate agent residing in England who feels unfulfilled with his monotonous existence. During a weekend when his wife is away, he offers a lift to a woman he encounters stranded on...

Direction John Gilling

Cast Charles Victor · Zena Marshall · Cyril Chamberlain · Avice Landone

Synopsis The Embezzler (1954) follows the journey of a bank robber whose initial aspirations for a lavish life take an unexpected turn. As the story unfolds, his motivations shift towards more virtuous goals, leading to a transformation that challenges his original...

Direction Montgomery Tully

Cast Mona Freeman · Gene Nelson · John Bentley · Michael Goodliffe

Synopsis Dial 999 (1955) follows a man who confides in his wife about being pursued by the police for the murder of a bookie during a drunken episode, insisting on his innocence and claiming to be a victim of a setup....

Direction John Paddy Carstairs

Cast Norman Wisdom · Moira Lister · Megs Jenkins · Jerry Desmonde

Synopsis Trouble in Store (1953) follows the journey of Norman, a dedicated employee in the stockroom of a bustling London department store. Norman's aspirations extend beyond his current role; he yearns to become a window dresser, crafting the enticing displays that...

Direction John Paddy Carstairs

Cast Richard Attenborough · Barry K. Barnes · Sheila Sim · Garry Marsh

Synopsis Dancing with Crime (1947) follows the thrilling journey of a London taxi driver who inadvertently becomes entangled with a notorious criminal organization. As he navigates the dangerous waters of this underworld, he becomes determined to unmask the gang and its...

Direction Marc Allégret

Cast Dirk Bogarde · Mai Zetterling · Fay Compton · Robert Flemyng

Synopsis Blackmailed (1951) follows the story of Mrs. Christopher, a compassionate volunteer at a bustling hospital, who finds herself in a dire situation after assisting a patient. She is tasked with delivering a substantial amount of money to Mr. Sine. However,...

Direction Roy Ward Baker

Cast Michael Crawford · Nyree Dawn Porter · Julia Foster · David Hemmings

Synopsis Two Left Feet (1963) follows the journey of Alan Crabbe, portrayed by Michael Crawford, a young man eager to gain romantic experience but often finds himself clumsily navigating the complexities of dating. Every attempt Alan makes to impress a girl...

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast Akim Tamiroff · Donald Sinden · Sarah Lawson · Naunton Wayne

Synopsis You Know What Sailors Are (1954) is a lighthearted comedy that revolves around a counterfeit secret weapon, which is inadvertently developed during an alcohol-fueled gathering. The narrative unfolds through a maze of naval bureaucracy and political scheming, all set against...