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Gideon's Day (1958)

"24 Tension-Taut Hours in the Life of a Top Crime Fighter!"

6.419581h 31mEN
CrimeDramaComedy

Directed by John Ford

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

March 25, 1958

Director

John Ford

Official Trailer

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Overview

Scotland Yard Inspector George Gideon starts his day off on the wrong foot when he gets a traffic-violation ticket from a young police officer. From there, his 'typical day" consists in learning that one of his most-trusted detectives has accepted bribes; hunts an escaped maniac who has murdered a g...

Cast

Jack Hawkins

Jack Hawkins

Insp. George Gideon

Anna Lee

Anna Lee

Mrs. Kate Gideon

Anna Massey

Anna Massey

Sally Gideon

Andrew Ray

Andrew Ray

PC Simon Farnaby-Green

Dianne Foster

Dianne Foster

Joanna Delafield

Cyril Cusack

Cyril Cusack

Herbert 'Birdie' Sparrow

James Hayter

James Hayter

Robert Mason

Derek Bond

Derek Bond

Det. Sgt. Eric Kirby

Howard Marion-Crawford

Howard Marion-Crawford

The Chief

John Loder

John Loder

Ponsford 'The Duke'

Barry Keegan

Barry Keegan

Riley

Frank Lawton

Frank Lawton

Det. Sgt. Liggot

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Gideon's Day (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Scotland Yard Inspector George Gideon starts his day off on the wrong foot when he gets a traffic-violation ticket from a young police officer. From there, his 'typical day" consists in learning that one of his most-trusted detectives has accepted bribes; hunts an escaped maniac who has murdered a girl; tracks a young girl suspected of involvement in a payroll robbery and then helps break up a bank robbery.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Gideon's Day. 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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