On the sidewalks of the London theater district the buskers (street performers) earn enough coins for a cheap room. Charles, who recites dramatic monologues, sees that a young pickpocket, ...
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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Charles Laughton | ... | Charles Staggers | |
| Vivien Leigh | ... | Liberty aka Libby | |
| Rex Harrison | ... | Harley Prentiss | |
| Larry Adler | ... | Constantine Dan | |
| Tyrone Guthrie | ... | Gentry | |
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Maire O'Neill | ... | Mrs. Such |
| Gus McNaughton | ... | Arthur Smith | |
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Polly Ward | ... | Frankie |
| Basil Gill | ... | Magistrate | |
| Helen Haye | ... | Selina | |
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David Burns | ... | Hackett |
| Phyllis Stanley | ... | Della | |
| Edward Lexy | ... | Mr. Such | |
| Clare Greet | ... | Old Maud | |
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Alf Goddard | ... | Doggie |
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On the sidewalks of the London theater district the buskers (street performers) earn enough coins for a cheap room. Charles, who recites dramatic monologues, sees that a young pickpocket, Libby, also has a talent for dancing and adds her to his act. Harley, the theater patron who never knew Libby took his gold cigarette case, is impressed by Libby's dancing and invites her to bring Charles and the other buskers in his group to an after-the-play party. Libby comes alone. A theatrical career is launched. Written by Dale O'Connor <daleoc@interaccess.com>
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When VIVIEN LEIGH swings it...and CHARLES LAUGHTON sings it...WOW! (original ad) See more »Genres:
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Country:
UKLanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
15 February 1940 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Sidewalks of London See more »Filming Locations:
British International Pictures, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England, UKCompany Credits
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Mono (Western Electric Mirrophonic Recording)Color:
Black and WhiteAspect Ratio:
1.37 : 1
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Harley Prentiss: We've all looked everywhere.
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Michael Wilding according to Lewis Gilbert's memoirs was cast in the film but later replaced. See more »Goofs
After Libby (Vivien Leigh) steals six pence from Charles's hat on the sidewalk, she runs to a food stall and orders a coffee. When she orders the coffee and "two doorsteps" her necktie is under the right side of her collar. She then walks around to the other side of the stall on now her necktie is not under the collar. See more »Quotes
Charles Staggers: Now look 'ere, young woman!Harley Prentiss: We've all looked everywhere.
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I cannot praise this film enough. ST. MARTIN'S LANE captures the feeling and mood of the time so well. The performances are outstanding. In one film you have 3 of the centurie's greatest actors Rex Harrison, Vivian Leigh, and Charles Laughton.
Vivian Leigh was never more fetching,gutsy or charming.not even in Gone with the wind or waterloo bridge. Harrison make the most of his typical leading man role and Laughton evokes such sympathy. it is his finest performance as well. my onlt question is why has this gem been almost forgotten? I was lucky enough to catch it on television about 8 years ago. it is only now being released on video.My advice...purchase this film,you need it in your personal collection !