Cast: Noel Purcell

Direction Laurence Harvey

Cast Laurence Harvey · Sarah Miles · Robert Walker Jr. · John Ireland

Synopsis The Ceremony (1963) follows the story of a convicted bank robber who is imprisoned for a fatal crime committed during the heist. His sibling devises an intricate scheme to liberate him from his cell, but there's a catch: the brother's...

Direction Henry Cass

Cast Richard Attenborough · Heather Thatcher · Noel Purcell · George Tjorpe

Synopsis Father's Doing Fine (1952) follows the life of Lady Buckering, a widow from England, who has four daughters: Doreen, Gerda, Bicky, and Catherine. Doreen is married to Dougall and is expecting a baby at home. The narrative centers around the...

Direction Ralph Thomas

Cast Leslie Phillips · James Robertson Justice · Shirley Anne Field · John Fraser

Synopsis Doctor in Clover (1966) follows the comedic misadventures of a charming physician, portrayed by Leslie Phillips, who finds himself in a whirlwind of romantic pursuits among the hospital nurses. This lighthearted film diverges from its predecessors by centering on Phillips'...

Direction Basil Dearden

Cast Kenneth More · Shirley Anne Field · Michael Hordern · Charles Gray

Synopsis Man in the Moon (1960) follows a group of researchers in search of the ideal candidate to become the first human to set foot on the lunar surface. Their quest is for an individual who is resilient to stress, illness,...

Direction George Pollock

Cast John Gregson · Muriel Pavlow · Barry Fitzgerald · June Thorburn

Synopsis Rooney (1958) follows the dual life of James Ignatius Rooney, a man who spends his weekdays as a humble rubbish collector in Dublin but transforms into a formidable Gaelic sportsman on the weekends. The film delves into his contrasting roles,...

Direction Ralph Nelson

Cast Ron Moody · Jack Wild · Dorothy McGuire · Stanley Holloway

Synopsis Flight of the Doves (1971) follows the harrowing journey of two young orphans as they navigate the treacherous Irish landscape, desperately trying to evade their cunning and malevolent uncle, who is adept at deception and disguise.

Direction Ralph Thomas

Cast Glynis Johns · Donald Sinden · Anne Crawford · Margaret Rutherford

Synopsis Mad About Men (1954) follows the story of Caroline Trewella, a gymnastics instructor who finds herself in an extraordinary situation after inheriting a coastal house in Cornwall. Hidden within the basement, she uncovers a secret: a mermaid named Miranda. The...

Direction Robert Asher

Cast Terry-Thomas · Athene Seyler · Hattie Jacques · Elspeth Duxbury

Synopsis Make Mine Mink (1960) follows a chaotic group of eccentric individuals, guided by a retired military officer (Terry-Thomas), as they embark on a wild adventure of stealing mink coats. Three unexpected female companions (Athene Seyler, Hattie Jacques, and Elspeth Duxbury)...

Direction Gerald Thomas

Cast Kenneth Connor · Eric Barker · Leslie Phillips · Joan Sims

Synopsis Watch Your Stern (1960) follows the crew of a naval vessel as they face an unexpected challenge. After a crucial set of torpedo blueprints is accidentally ruined by an inexperienced sailor, the team must come together to recreate the plans....

Direction Nigel Patrick

Cast Nigel Patrick · Yvonne Mitchell · William Bendix · Aldo Ray

Synopsis Johnny Nobody (1961) follows the story of a mysterious stranger who appears in an Irish village after the controversial death of Irish-American author James Mulcahy. The author, known for his atheistic views, had provoked the villagers with his outspoken remarks,...

Direction Roy Ward Baker

Cast John Gregson · Kathleen Ryan · Jacqueline Ryan · Noel Purcell

Synopsis Jacqueline (1956) follows the story of Jacqueline McNeil, portrayed by Jacqueline Ryan, who is the daughter of Mike McNeil, a Belfast shipyard worker played by John Gregson. Mike's career is jeopardized by his debilitating fear of heights, leading to his...

Direction Ken Hughes

Cast Tony Curtis · Rosanna Schiaffino · Lionel Jeffries · Zsa Zsa Gabor

Synopsis Drop Dead Darling (1966) follows the story of Nick, a man with a peculiar history of marrying wealthy women who meet untimely and "accidental" ends. His latest union is with a young Italian widow, but this time, things do not...

Direction Gerald Thomas

Cast Michael Craig · Anne Helm · Jeff Donnell · Alan Hale Jr.

Synopsis The Iron Maiden (1963) follows the story of an American airline company aiming to acquire a cutting-edge British passenger aircraft. However, the deal faces significant obstacles when the plane's designer, Jack Hopkins (Michael Craig), and Kathy Fisher (Anne Helm), the...

Direction Harold French · Pat Jackson · Anthony Pelissier

Cast Nigel Patrick · Roland Culver · Kay Walsh · Noel Purcell

Synopsis Encore (1951) is an anthology film inspired by three distinct short stories penned by W. Somerset Maugham. The opening segment, "The Ant and the Grasshopper," delves into the chaotic relationship between two brothers, Tom Ramsey and George Ramsey. Tom, a...

Direction James Clavell

Cast Tommy Steele · Stanley Baker · Alan Badel · Dudley Foster

Synopsis Where's Jack? (1969) follows the escapades of Jack Sheppard, a notorious thief and escape artist who rose to fame in the 1720s London. The story begins with Jack apprenticing under a clockmaker, but his life takes a dramatic turn when...

Direction Gerald Thomas

Cast Leslie Phillips · Geraldine McEwan · Julia Lockwood · Irene Handl

Synopsis No Kidding (1960) follows the journey of a newlywed pair who come into possession of a grand estate. Eager to make the most of their newfound property, they brainstorm and ultimately settle on transforming the estate into a vibrant summer...

Direction John Paddy Carstairs

Cast Tommy Steele · Janet Munro · Sid James · Bernard Cribbins

Synopsis Tommy the Toreador (1959) follows the adventures of a cheerful sailor named Tommy who traverses the globe, spreading joy with his beloved melodies. During his journey to Spain, a mix-up leads the locals to believe he is a renowned bullfighter....

Direction Frank Launder

Cast Stewart Granger · Kathleen Ryan · Alastair Sim · Robert Donat

Synopsis Captain Boycott (1947) unfolds in the early 19th century in Ireland, presenting a historical drama that delves into the rebellion of peasants against the harsh treatment meted out by Captain Boycott, the rent collector for the Earl of Erne. The...

Direction Michael Relph

Cast Jeannie Carson · Donald Sinden · Roland Culver · Catherine Lacey

Synopsis Rockets Galore (1958) follows the story of a tight-knit community on a remote Atlantic island who find themselves at odds with their government's ambitious scheme to transform their tranquil home into a strategic missile launch site. The islanders, deeply rooted...

Direction Don Sharp

Cast Tom Bell · Susan Hampshire · Ed Begley · Noel Purcell

Synopsis The Violent Enemy (1967) follows the intense journey of an Irish revolutionary who escapes from a secure prison facility. Upon his return to Ireland, his mission is clear: to target and demolish a significant electronics factory, aiming to disrupt the...