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Forbidden

February 28, 1949 1h 27m 6.9/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 1949. Forbidden is a thriller/drama film. directed by George King. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Douglass Montgomery, Hazel Court, and Patricia Burke

Synopsis

Set on Blackpool’s Golden Mile, Jim (Douglass Montgomery), a once promising scientist, sets up in business as a patent medicine man selling hair tonic at the fair with his ex-army colleague Dan (Ronald Shiner). Following a fight with local hoods over pitch spaces, Jim falls for Jane (Hazel Court), the girl on a nearby candy floss stall. The two begin dating but Jim fails to mention he is already married.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 28, 1949 76 years ago
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Runtime 1h 27m 87 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (8 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • George King Productions
  • British Lion Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forbidden about?

Set on Blackpool’s Golden Mile, Jim (Douglass Montgomery), a once promising scientist, sets up in business as a patent medicine man selling hair tonic at the fair with his ex-army colleague Dan (...

Who directed Forbidden?

Forbidden was directed by George King.

How long is Forbidden?

Forbidden has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).

When was Forbidden released?

Forbidden was released on February 28, 1949 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Forbidden?

The main cast of Forbidden includes Douglass Montgomery, Hazel Court, Patricia Burke, Garry Marsh, Ronald Shiner.