The Five Pound Man
Originally released in 1937. The Five Pound Man is a crime film. directed by Albert Parker. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Esma Cannon, Edwin Styles, and Judy Gunn
Synopsis
British comedy crime film. Richard Fordyce released from prison after serving a sentence for counterfeiting of which he was innocent, determines to find out who framed him. He puts himself up for auction and is bought for £5 by Margaret Fenton whose husband happened to be the counterfeiter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1937
89 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox-British Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Five Pound Man about?
British comedy crime film. Richard Fordyce released from prison after serving a sentence for counterfeiting of which he was innocent, determines to find out who framed him. He puts himself up for a...
Who directed The Five Pound Man?
The Five Pound Man was directed by Albert Parker.
How long is The Five Pound Man?
The Five Pound Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Five Pound Man released?
The Five Pound Man was released on January 1, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Five Pound Man?
The main cast of The Five Pound Man includes Esma Cannon, Edwin Styles, Judy Gunn, Frank Allenby, Norman Wooland.