Hobson's Choice
"A Masterpiece of Lusty, Gusty, Rowdy Entertainment"
Originally released in 1954. Hobson's Choice is a comedy/drama film. directed by David Lean.
Starring Charles Laughton, John Mills, and Brenda De Banzie
Synopsis
A widower refuses to let his three daughters marry in order to avoid paying settlements, so they'll just have to outsmart him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 19, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 48m
108 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (156 votes)
Box Office
$210K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Laughton
as Henry Horatio Hobson
John Mills
as William Mossop
Brenda De Banzie
as Maggie Hobson
Daphne Anderson
as Alice Hobson
Prunella Scales
as Vicky Hobson
Richard Wattis
as Albert Prosser
Derek Blomfield
as Freddy Beenstock
Helen Haye
as Mrs. Hepworth
Joseph Tomelty
as Jim Heeler
Julien Mitchell
as Sam Minns
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $210,000
Production Companies
- London Films Productions
- British Lion Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hobson's Choice about?
A widower refuses to let his three daughters marry in order to avoid paying settlements, so they'll just have to outsmart him.
Who directed Hobson's Choice?
Hobson's Choice was directed by David Lean.
How long is Hobson's Choice?
Hobson's Choice has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
When was Hobson's Choice released?
Hobson's Choice was released on April 19, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hobson's Choice?
The main cast of Hobson's Choice includes Charles Laughton, John Mills, Brenda De Banzie, Daphne Anderson, Prunella Scales.
Is Hobson's Choice worth watching?
Hobson's Choice has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 156 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.