Yes, yes, she'll run. She's as good as she ever was. I'll stake my living on it! It's almost impossible for me to write a review of substance for The Titfield Thunderbolt, such is the love and unadulterated joy I have had with it for nigh on 40 years now. It was one of those magical moments in childhood when me, an obvious train set owner, caught this colourful {it was Ealing Studios first colour film} picture…
The Comedy Hit of the Year!
When British Railways announce the closure of the Titfield to Mallingford branch line a group of local residents make a bid to run it themselves, backed by a monied member of the community who is attracted by the complete lack of licensing hours on trains. Unfortunately the local bus company starts to use methods that can hardly be seen as fair competition.
Top Cast
Stanley Holloway
Walter Valentine
George Relph
Vicar Sam Weech
Naunton Wayne
George Blakeworth
John Gregson
Squire Gordon Chesterford
Godfrey Tearle
Ollie Matthews (The Bishop)
Hugh Griffith
Dan
Gabrielle Brune
Joan Hampton
Sidney James
Harry Hawkins
Reginald Beckwith
Coggett
Edie Martin
Emily
Michael Trubshawe
Ruddock
Jack MacGowran
Vernon Crump
Ewan Roberts
Alec Pearce
Herbert C. Walton
Seth
John Rudling
Clegg
Nancy O'Neil
Mrs. Blakeworth
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FAQ about The Titfield Thunderbolt
What is The Titfield Thunderbolt about?
When British Railways announce the closure of the Titfield to Mallingford branch line a group of local residents make a bid to run it themselves, backed by a monied member of the community who is attracted by the complete lack of licensing hours on trains. Unfortunately the…
When was The Titfield Thunderbolt released?
The Titfield Thunderbolt was released in 1953.
What genres does The Titfield Thunderbolt belong to?
The Titfield Thunderbolt is categorised as Comedy.
Who stars in The Titfield Thunderbolt?
The cast of The Titfield Thunderbolt includes Stanley Holloway, George Relph, Naunton Wayne, John Gregson, Godfrey Tearle.