The Beachcomber
Originally released in 1954. The Beachcomber is a drama/romance film. directed by Muriel Box. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Glynis Johns, Robert Newton, and Donald Sinden
Synopsis
Mr. Gray is the new Resident in Charge of the Welcome Islands in the Indian Ocean. The Islands are full of life, but the only other Europeans are the "sanctimonious, psalm-singing" brother-sister missionary team of Martha and Owen Jordans, and the Honourable Ted - a hard-drinking, womanizing social outcast whose English family pays him to stay away. Martha and Ted become an unlikely team when cholera threatens the islands and they must do their best to stop its spread.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 10, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Beachcomber about?
Mr. Gray is the new Resident in Charge of the Welcome Islands in the Indian Ocean. The Islands are full of life, but the only other Europeans are the "sanctimonious, psalm-singing" brother-sister m...
Who directed The Beachcomber?
The Beachcomber was directed by Muriel Box.
How long is The Beachcomber?
The Beachcomber has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Beachcomber released?
The Beachcomber was released on August 10, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Beachcomber?
The main cast of The Beachcomber includes Glynis Johns, Robert Newton, Donald Sinden, Paul Rogers, Donald Pleasence.