Cast: Esma Cannon

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Esma Cannon. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Last Holiday

1950 · Movie · 88 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Henry Cass

Cast Alec Guinness · Beatrice Campbell · Kay Walsh · Grégoire Aslan

Synopsis Last Holiday (1950) follows the journey of George Bird, a dedicated salesman in the agricultural machinery industry. Upon learning that his days are numbered, he chooses to embark on a final vacation, as suggested by the film's title. During this...

7.2

65 votes

7.2

65 votes

6.8

24 votes

A Canterbury Tale

1944 · Movie · 124 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael Powell · Emeric Pressburger

Cast Eric Portman · Sheila Sim · Dennis Price · John Sweet

Synopsis A Canterbury Tale (1944) follows the intertwined journeys of three individuals who find themselves in a quaint village in Southern England during the early years of World War II. Alison Smith, a young woman from London, is set to begin...

6.8

364 votes

6.8

364 votes

The Sleeping Tiger

1954 · Movie · 89 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Joseph Losey

Cast Dirk Bogarde · Alexis Smith · Alexander Knox · Hugh Griffith

Synopsis The Sleeping Tiger (1954) follows the story of a burglar who infiltrates the residence of a psychiatrist. Upon being caught, the thief strikes a deal with the doctor, agreeing to participate in experimental rehabilitation treatments in return for his liberty....

6.5

140 votes

6.5

140 votes

5.9

25 votes

Direction Pat Jackson

Cast Sid James · Kenneth Connor · Shirley Eaton · Donald Pleasence

Synopsis What a Carve Up! / No Place Like Homicide! (1961) follows the story of Ernie, whose uncle Gabriel has recently passed away. To secure his inheritance, Ernie must endure a night in the family's ancestral home alongside his relatives. As...

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Out of the Clouds

1955 · Movie · 88 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Basil Dearden

Cast Anthony Steel · Robert Beatty · David Knight · Margo Lorenz

Synopsis Out of the Clouds (1955) presents a bustling day at London Airport, where the narrative weaves through the personal stories and romantic entanglements of both the airport staff and the travelers passing through.

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Nurse on Wheels

1963 · Movie · 85 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Gerald Thomas

Cast Juliet Mills · Ronald Lewis · Joan Sims · Noel Purcell

Synopsis Nurse on Wheels (1963) follows the journey of Joanna, a capable and composed young woman who relocates with her somewhat disorganized mother to a serene countryside village. Joanna embarks on her inaugural role as a District Nurse, initially facing skepticism...

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Here Come the Huggetts

1948 · Movie · 93 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast Jack Warner · Kathleen Harrison · Jane Hylton · Susan Shaw

Synopsis Here Come the Huggetts (1948) follows the Huggett family as they settle back into their daily lives after a memorable holiday. The narrative unfolds in their home, where the family eagerly anticipates the installation of their very first telephone. This...

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Noose for a Lady

1953 · Movie · 76 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Wolf Rilla

Cast Dennis Price · Rona Anderson · Ronald Howard · Pamela Alan

Synopsis Noose for a Lady (1953) follows the gripping tale of a woman condemned to death by hanging. Her devoted cousin, convinced of her innocence, races against the clock to gather evidence and clear her name before the execution date arrives.

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Carry On Cabby

1963 · Movie · 91 min. · United Kingdom

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...

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Holiday Camp

1947 · Movie · 97 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast Flora Robson · Dennis Price · Jack Warner · Hazel Court

Synopsis Holiday Camp (1947) follows the story of a typical British family, comprising a husband, wife, a widowed daughter, and an adventurous son, as they embark on a vacation to a holiday camp. During their stay, they cross paths with a...

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Carry On Cruising

1962 · Movie · 89 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Gerald Thomas · Ralph Thomas

Cast Sid James · Kenneth Williams · Kenneth Connor · Liz Fraser

Synopsis Carry On Cruising (1962) follows the misadventures of Captain Crowther, whose journey is far from smooth sailing. With a mere five days before departure, he must hastily replace five crew members, leading to a motley crew of the most inept...

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In the Doghouse

1961 · Movie · 95 min. · United Kingdom

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Hide and Seek

1964 · Movie · 90 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Cy Endfield

Cast Ian Carmichael · Curd Jürgens · Janet Munro · George Pravda

Synopsis Hide and Seek (1964) follows the story of a brilliant professor of astronomy who is deeply involved in a critical missile development program. His past intersects with an old acquaintance, a renowned Russian chess champion. This chess champion is entangled...

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The Huggetts Abroad

1949 · Movie · 89 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast Jack Warner · Kathleen Harrison · Dinah Sheridan · Susan Shaw

Synopsis The Huggetts Abroad (1949) follows the Huggetts family as they navigate a challenging period. The patriarch has recently lost his employment, and Jimmy, along with his spouse, faces obstacles in reaching South Africa, where Jimmy has secured a new position....

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Crow Hollow

1952 · Movie · 69 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael McCarthy

Cast Donald Houston · Natasha Parry · Patricia Owens · Esma Cannon

Synopsis Crow Hollow (1952) follows the tale of a young woman who, after marrying a doctor, moves into his ancient and forbidding residence. As she settles into her new life, she finds herself the target of a series of baffling and...

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Sailor Beware

1956 · Movie · 81 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Gordon Parry

Cast Peggy Mount · Shirley Eaton · Ronald Lewis · Cyril Smith

Synopsis Sailor Beware (1956) follows the story of the domineering Emma Hornett, who rules over her timid husband Henry, his docile sister Edie, and their daughter Shirley. Shirley is set to marry a young sailor named Albert, who was raised in...

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English Without Tears

1944 · Movie · 89 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Harold French

Cast Penelope Dudley-Ward · Michael Wilding · Lilli Palmer · Claude Dauphin

Synopsis English Without Tears (1944) follows the whimsical journey of Lady Christabel Beauclark, an avid bird enthusiast, as she passionately advocates for the territorial rights of British birds on the global stage. Meanwhile, her niece finds herself drawn to the family's...

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The Steel Key

1953 · Movie · 69 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Robert S. Baker

Cast Terence Morgan · Joan Rice · Raymond Lovell · Dianne Foster

Synopsis The Steel Key (1953) follows the thrilling journey of a daring adventurer who delves into the mysterious theft of a crucial formula for hardened steel. Alongside his loyal girlfriend, the duo navigates a web of intrigue and danger to unravel...

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