The Birthday Present 1957
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Director
- Pat Jackson
- Network
- British Lion Films
- Where to Stream
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
What is The Birthday Present?
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a 150-190 word factual overview of "The Birthday Present" (1957).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1957
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 31, 1957
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- British Lion Films
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.3/10 from 5 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~100 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- British Lion Films
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a 150-190 word factual overview of "The Birthday Present" (1957).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Birthday Present
Year: 1957
Genre: British drama film
Director: Pat Jackson
Cast: Tony Britton, Sylvia Syms
Screenplay: Jack Whittingham
Producer: Jack Whittingham
Production Company: British Lion Films
Plot:
Simon Scott is a toy salesman.
Returning from a business trip, he is caught attempting to smuggle a wristwatch bought for his wife's birthday through Customs.
He is arrested.
Due to a bungled defence by his solicitor, he serves a three-month prison sentence.
His employer, Colonel Wilson, is understanding but is ultimately forced to sack Simon.
Simon finds it extremely difficult to find another job under these circumstances.
Colonel Wilson is determined to help his former employee find a solution.
Runtime: 1h 40m
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Birthday Present worth watching?
The Birthday Present holds a community rating of 7.3/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Birthday Present and when was it released?
The Birthday Present is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 1957. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Birthday Present?
The Birthday Present was directed by Pat Jackson.
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