The Green Man
"The Kind of Picture the British Have a Way With...Things Like Very Merry Murders...Very Unusual Characters...Very Sly Sex...And All Combined in an Uproar of Laughs and Suspense"
Originally released in 1956. The Green Man is a comedy/crime film. directed by Robert Day. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alastair Sim, George Cole, and Terry-Thomas
Synopsis
Unknown to everyone but his shady Middle Eastern bosses, watchmaker Hawkins is actually a professional hired assassin with a predilection for killing his targets with bombs. After disposing of a dictator and millionaire, Hawkins is assigned to kill a politician who is heading to a remote hotel, The Green Man, for a secret tryst with his secretary. There, however, Hawkins' plot is discovered by vacuum salesman William Blake, who determines to stop him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 21, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (36 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Grenadier Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Green Man about?
Unknown to everyone but his shady Middle Eastern bosses, watchmaker Hawkins is actually a professional hired assassin with a predilection for killing his targets with bombs. After disposing of a di...
Who directed The Green Man?
The Green Man was directed by Robert Day.
How long is The Green Man?
The Green Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Green Man released?
The Green Man was released on December 21, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Green Man?
The main cast of The Green Man includes Alastair Sim, George Cole, Terry-Thomas, Jill Adams, Raymond Huntley.