John Halifax (1938)
Movie
John Halifax (1938)
Adapted from the novel by Elizabeth Craik it tells the story of John Halifax who, despite humble beginnings, becomes a highly respected local businessman. As partner in a mill he weathers the turbulent economic times of the early 1800s.
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| Director | George King |
| Writer | Dinah Maria Mulock Craik |
| Writer | A.R. Rawlinson |
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| Runtime | 1h 9mins |
| Genre | Drama |
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| Company | George King Productions, George Minter Productions |
| Country | UK |
| Language | English |
Cast
Nancy Burne
Ursula March
D.J. Williams
Abel Fletcher
Brian Buchel
Lord Luxmore
Hugh Bickett
Doctor Grainger
Storyline
John Halifax (film)
John Halifax is a 1938 British historical drama film directed by George King and starring John Warwick, Nancy Burne and Roddy McDowall. It is based on the 1856 novel John Halifax, Gentleman by Dinah Craik. It was made at Shepperton Studios as a quota quickie. The film's sets were designed by Philip Bawcombe.
Cast
- John Warwick as John Halifax
- Nancy Burne as Ursula March
- Ralph Michael as Phineas Fletcher
- D.J. Williams as Abel Fletcher
- Brian Buchel as Lord Luxmore
- Billy Bray as Tully
- Elsie Wagstaff as Jael
- W.E. Holloway as Mr. Jessop
- Hugh Bickett as Doctor Grainger
- Roddy McDowall as Boy