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Five in Millions

January 1, 1978 0h 27m

Originally released in 1978. Five in Millions is a documentary film. directed by Nick Nicholls. At just 27 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring John Dennis

Synopsis

Captures the work of the British Rail Parcel Service, illustrating the story of five different consignments over a twenty-four hour period. These are: a schoolboy in Cheshire being sent a new bicycle; a housewife in Rhondda Valley awaiting the arrival of a new vacuum cleaner; a man in Lincoln expecting an insurance cheque; a tourist in Cornwall waiting for his daily newspaper to arrive at his hotel; and a research scientist who urgently needs some equipment in Manchester.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1978 48 years ago
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Runtime 0h 27m 27 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • British Transport Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Five in Millions about?

Captures the work of the British Rail Parcel Service, illustrating the story of five different consignments over a twenty-four hour period. These are: a schoolboy in Cheshire being sent a new bicyc...

Who directed Five in Millions?

Five in Millions was directed by Nick Nicholls.

How long is Five in Millions?

Five in Millions has a runtime of 0 hours and 27 minutes (27 minutes total).

When was Five in Millions released?

Five in Millions was released on January 1, 1978 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Five in Millions?

The main cast of Five in Millions includes John Dennis.