The Birthday Present
Originally released in 1957. The Birthday Present is a drama film. directed by Pat Jackson.
Starring Tony Britton, Sylvia Syms, and Jack Watling
Synopsis
Returning from a business trip, toy salesman Simon Scott is caught attempting to smuggle a wristwatch bought for his wife's birthday through Customs. He is arrested and, due to a bungled defence by his solicitor, obliged to serve a three-month prison sentence. It is only the beginning of his woes; his employer, Colonel Wilson, is understanding, but he is ultimately forced to sack Simon, who discovers that finding another job under such circumstances is extremely difficult. But Colonel Wilson is determined to help his former employee find a solution.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 31, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tony Britton
as Simon Scott
Sylvia Syms
as Jean Scott
Jack Watling
as Bill Thompson
Walter Fitzgerald
as Sir John Dell
Geoffrey Keen
as Colonel Wilson
Howard Marion-Crawford
as George Bates
John Welsh
as Chief Customs Officer
Ian Bannen
as Junior Customs Officer
Lockwood West
as Mr. Barraclough
Harry Fowler
as Charlie
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- British Lion Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Birthday Present about?
Returning from a business trip, toy salesman Simon Scott is caught attempting to smuggle a wristwatch bought for his wife's birthday through Customs. He is arrested and, due to a bungled defence by...
Who directed The Birthday Present?
The Birthday Present was directed by Pat Jackson.
How long is The Birthday Present?
The Birthday Present has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was The Birthday Present released?
The Birthday Present was released on October 31, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Birthday Present?
The main cast of The Birthday Present includes Tony Britton, Sylvia Syms, Jack Watling, Walter Fitzgerald, Geoffrey Keen.