The Card (1952)
The Card is a 1952 comedy movie directed by Ronald Neame, with a running time of 1h 25m. It stars Alec Guinness, Glynis Johns and Valerie Hobson.
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 answers
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 predatory woman.
When was The Card released?
The Card was released on 25 February 1952.
How long is The Card?
The Card runs 1h 25m.
Who made The Card?
The Card was directed by Ronald Neame.
Where can I watch The Card?
The Card is available on Criterion Channel and Darkroom.
Where to watch The Card
Stream: Criterion Channel
Watch free: Darkroom
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
- Peter Copley as P. Shillitoe (uncredited)
- Mark Daly as Lord Mayor (uncredited)