The Birthday Present (1957)

Name: The Birthday Present
Genre: Drama
Released: 1957
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Tony Britton, Sylvia Syms, Jack Watling, Walter Fitzgerald, Geoffrey Keen

1h 40m United Kingdom

Drama

Plot

Toy salesman Simon Scott faces a nightmare upon returning from a business trip when Customs discovers a wristwatch intended for his wife's birthday. Arrested and inadequately defended by his solicitor, he receives a three-month prison sentence. Though his employer, Colonel Wilson, shows sympathy, Simon is ultimately dismissed from his job. As he struggles to secure new employment amid the fallout, Colonel Wilson remains committed to aiding Simon in overcoming this challenging situation. The story captures the themes of friendship and resilience in the face of adversity.

Cast

Tony Britton Sylvia Syms Jack Watling Walter Fitzgerald Geoffrey Keen Howard Marion-Crawford John Welsh Ian Bannen Lockwood West Harry Fowler Frederick Piper Cyril Luckham Thorley Walters Ernest Clark Fanny Rowe

The Birthday Present (1957)

Plot

Cast

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