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The Million Pound Note (1954)

"Great fun... you can bank on it!"

6.819541h 30mEN
Comedy

Directed by Ronald Neame

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

EN

Release

January 7, 1954

Director

Ronald Neame

Official Trailer

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Overview

An impoverished American sailor is fortunate enough to be passing the house of two rich gentlemen who have conceived the crazy idea of distributing a note worth one million pounds. The sailor finds that whenever he tries to use the note to buy something, people treat him like a king and let him have...

Cast

Gregory Peck

Gregory Peck

Henry Adams

Ronald Squire

Ronald Squire

Oliver Montpelier

Joyce Grenfell

Joyce Grenfell

Duchess of Cromarty

A.E. Matthews

A.E. Matthews

Duke of Frognal

Maurice Denham

Maurice Denham

Jonathan Reid

Reginald Beckwith

Reginald Beckwith

Rock

Brian Oulton

Brian Oulton

Lloyd

John Slater

John Slater

Parsons

Hartley Power

Hartley Power

Lloyd Hastings

George Devine

George Devine

Chop House Proprietor

Bryan Forbes

Bryan Forbes

Todd

Gudrun Ure

Gudrun Ure

Renie

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Million Pound Note (1954), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An impoverished American sailor is fortunate enough to be passing the house of two rich gentlemen who have conceived the crazy idea of distributing a note worth one million pounds. The sailor finds that whenever he tries to use the note to buy something, people treat him like a king and let him have whatever he likes for free. Ultimately, the money proves to be more troublesome than it is worth when it almost costs him his dignity and the woman he loves.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Million Pound Note. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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