The Ugly Duckling (1959)

Name: The Ugly Duckling
Genre: Comedy, Crime
Released: 1959
Duration: 84 min
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Bernard Bresslaw, Jon Pertwee, Reginald Beckwith, Maudie Edwards, Richard Wattis

1h 24m United Kingdom

Comedy Crime

Plot

Henry Jekyll, a socially awkward misfit, has always felt like an outsider, waiting for life to offer him a chance. His fortunes change when he uncovers a medical formula from his deceased uncle, promising to transform a timid man into a confident, daring figure. After consuming the potion, Jekyll morphs into the charming and charismatic Teddy Hyde, ready to seize the world. However, as the alluring Teddy thrives, Henry must confront the unforeseen repercussions of his dual existence. Will he navigate the chaos that comes with his newfound identity?

Cast

Bernard Bresslaw Jon Pertwee Reginald Beckwith Maudie Edwards Richard Wattis Elwyn Brook-Jones Michael Ripper David Lodge Keith Smith Michael Ward John Harvey Harold Goodwin Norma Marla Jess Conrad Mary Wilson