Alec Guinness
Edward Henry 'Denry' Machin
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The Card is a 1952 British comedy film version of the 1911 novel by Arnold Bennett. In America, the film was titled The Promoter. It was adapted by Eric Ambler and directed by Ronald Neame. It stars Alec Guinness, Glynis Johns, Valerie Hobson, and Petula Clark.
A comedy film based on Arnold Bennett's novel about a washerwoman's son who rises from poverty to become a mayor. The film features Alec Guinness in a starring role, along with Glynis Johns, Valerie Hobson and Petula Clark.
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- Comedy
- Ronald Neame
- 1952-08-14
Henry, the earnest young son of a washerwoman, uses his wits, and occasional sleight of hand, to become the most successful man in town. During his rise from lowly clerk to local hero, Henry always remains true to his own good humor and generous nature.
- Ronald Neame
- Alec Guinness
A film of the novel, The Card (retitled The Promoter for American audiences), adapted by Eric Ambler and directed by Ronald Neame, was released in 1952. It starred Alec Guinness as Denry Machin, Petula Clark as Nellie Cotterill, Valerie Hobson as the Countess, and Glynis Johns as Ruth Earp.
- Arnold Bennett
- 1911
Apr 9, 2018 · The Card (1952) An impoverished and ambitious son of a washerwoman (Alec Guinness) works his way up the ranks of society by any means necessary. Based on Arnold Bennett's 1911 novel...
- 87 min
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- Classic Film Channel
A film adaptation of Arnold Bennett's novel about a young man's rise in business and society. Meet the actors, director, writer and other crew members of this classic comedy.
The Card (1952) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p] - YouTube. HD Retro Trailers. 108K subscribers. Subscribed. 55. 4.8K views 3 years ago. The original trailer in high definition directed by Ronald...
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