The 'Maggie'
Originally released in 1954. The 'Maggie' is a comedy film. directed by Alexander Mackendrick.
Starring Paul Douglas, Alex Mackenzie, and James Copeland
Synopsis
The poor, elderly—and the wily, when it comes to parting those who can afford it from their money—Scottish skipper of a broken-down old 'puffer' boat tricks an American tycoon into paying him to transport his personal cargo. When the tycoon learns of the trick, he attempts to track down the boat and remove his possessions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 25, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (38 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Paul Douglas
as Calvin B. Marshall, the American
Alex Mackenzie
as Captain McTaggart, the Skipper
James Copeland
as The Mate
Abe Barker
as The Engineer
Tommy Kearins
as Doogie, the Wee Boy
Hubert Gregg
as Pusey
Geoffrey Keen
as Campbell
Dorothy Alison
as Miss Peters
Andrew Keir
as The Reporter
Meg Buchanan
as Sarah
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ealing Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The 'Maggie' about?
The poor, elderly—and the wily, when it comes to parting those who can afford it from their money—Scottish skipper of a broken-down old 'puffer' boat tricks an American tycoon into paying him t...
Who directed The 'Maggie'?
The 'Maggie' was directed by Alexander Mackendrick.
How long is The 'Maggie'?
The 'Maggie' has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was The 'Maggie' released?
The 'Maggie' was released on February 25, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The 'Maggie'?
The main cast of The 'Maggie' includes Paul Douglas, Alex Mackenzie, James Copeland, Abe Barker, Tommy Kearins.