The Card
"He's the cheekiest man in town!"
Originally released in 1952. The Card is a comedy film. directed by Ronald Neame. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alec Guinness, Glynis Johns, and Valerie Hobson
Synopsis
A charming and ambitious young man finds many ways to raise himself through the ranks in business and social standing - some honest, some not quite so. If he can just manage to avoid a certain very predatory woman.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 25, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (39 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Alec Guinness
as Edward Henry 'Denry' Machin
Glynis Johns
as Ruth Earp
Valerie Hobson
as Countess of Chell
Petula Clark
as Nellie Cotterill
Edward Chapman
as Mr. Duncalf
Veronica Turleigh
as Mrs. Machin
George Devine
as Mr. Calvert
Joan Hickson
as Mrs. Codleyn
Frank Pettingell
as Police Superintendent
Gibb McLaughlin
as Emery
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- A Ronald Neame Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Card about?
A charming and ambitious young man finds many ways to raise himself through the ranks in business and social standing - some honest, some not quite so. If he can just manage to avoid a certain very...
Who directed The Card?
The Card was directed by Ronald Neame.
How long is The Card?
The Card has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Card released?
The Card was released on February 25, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Card?
The main cast of The Card includes Alec Guinness, Glynis Johns, Valerie Hobson, Petula Clark, Edward Chapman.