Wow!! What a difference is to enjoy watching an old good movie : excellent actors, an interesting plot, nice dialogues and good photographies. There were no computer technology, no graphic sex, no bad words, no cell phones, no complicated special effects, no remakes and yet we still enjoy these old ones. Just pure talents. Thank you so much for this movie in a cloudy Sunday afternoon!
This is quite a wonderful who-dun-it. Acting is first rate from the wonderful Van Johnson as a blind man around whom the narrative revolves. He is ably supported by the lovely Vera Miles. This is a not-to-be-missed masterpiece from 20th Century Fox, circa mid-50's. I saw the film as a child and got the same thrill when I watched again a few months ago. Van was the master of all genres. Put him in a musical, comedy, drama or any other genre for that matter, and he delivered, never disappointing the audience.
Super movie. It's surprising that there are so many excellent films that I have never seen before, and now we can see them all on RUclips. Van Johnson is one of those prolific actors who was, I think, very underrated. NO ADS
I had exactly the same thought! 😀🙌 I always loved classic movies, but just recently discovered, that so many are available on YT, which I never have seen before. Also a great possibility to improve the English language. And it's nice to know, that more people like it too. Greetings from Germany! 👋🙂
I love how all the normal everyday sounds that we take for granted are increased in volume here so we can experience what his life is like. Plus, Van Johnson! 💜💜💜
Good flick, based upon a good novel. It puts you in mind of Hitchcock's Rear Window, doesn't it? And how refreshing it is to see people out and about without their eyes stuck to their smartphones! Those were the days!
Loved the DeLuxe Color, amazing to see the streets and inside of shops in London in 1956 in such good quality color, rare to get colour movies from the mid 50s
There are quite a few comments alleging that the movie is somehow an imitation of Hitchcock’s Rear Window. But actually it is based on the 1938 over Warrant for X y Philip MacDonald. Glad to find this
I rank this as one of the 5 of my favourite movies ever. I bought it in the versions available, in the last 20 years, VHS, DVD, DVD remastered and BD. And now I can even watch it on You Tube. I can't get enough of it. Exceptional cast, intriguing plot, the London atmosphere on a winter, foggy night. Thanks a lot for this improved vision version, too. To be kept, watched over and over. 👏👏👏
Awesome! It was my first time watching. So freaking good! I pray younger generations will learn to appreciate this type of flick. The world was different but that's what I want the youngsters to appreciate. Thanks for the UpL!😊
I don't know how young am considered anymore but I'm early thirties and grew up on old films. I've watched this particular one several times. I intended to show them to my children too.
I'm a huge fan of Miss Miles. I don't think I'd be watching this movie again and again if it weren't for her. She is totally mesmerizing. I'm not sure why. I'm 80. It's June 24, 2024 and I'm in St. Joseph, MO, USA
@@warrenwilson4818 Greetings from the UK.I'm 74 and originally from London.I remember the old London depicted in those scenes.I played among the bombed out ruins many times.I agree totally with you.Vera Miles was absolutely beauty.I fell in love with her years ago.!.You maybe 80 but you have a young heart.I wish you all the best.Cheers Jim
Wonderful Vera. She played Marty’s long suffering girl in the Searchers, and the scene where she gets a letter from him and has to read it aloud to her family, fizzing with rage, is one of the funniest and tenderest scenes ever.
I've seen hundred's of movies and never this one! Thank you for posting! I notice this was made after Van Johnson had his accident...evident by the scar on his forehead. Looking forward to watching more from you! xx
Bravo!!!! Exceptional movie! The actors portray their characters incredibly well, bringing the story to life...believable! The music, storyline and setting appear to be giving a nod to the amazing Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window made in 1954. My favorite style of movies! Thank you for sharing!
Great movie. You can feel the tension. And the love story about not feeling good enough when you have a “disability” to be loved. Love conquers all and we all deserve that kind of love. We all can have it if we just let go of our own fears.
A great relaxing film for a Sunday evening. Thanks for the upload and a glimpse back at a more classy time in 1950s London! Wonderful cast and plot, with no violence, bad language or CG graphics.
Thank you very much for uploading this enjoyable film. A touch of Sorry Wrong Number and a touch of Rear Window. Always enjoy seeing Cecil Parker in particular.
Van Johnson was a very handsome Swede who must have been very beautiful in person. Tall with strawberry blonde hair, blue eyes, fair freckled skin and a beautiful profile.
A period genre film that sets post-war London in an atmospheric way. Sunshine over the Thames and omnipresent haze. All in fairytale Deluxe Color,. I think, however, that Van Johnson is a great asset to the film because of his convincing way of portraying the blind playwright, where sounds play a vital role in his perception of the world.
@@atthebijou8209You are obviously a simple minded troll, going by your comment and others you’ve left on here. Maybe you ought to be watching some kiddies channel? That may be more your level of comprehension?
Amazing to find this here! Thank you! I saw this film many years ago as a child when it came out and I've never forgotten it. Very entertaining, although Van Johnson is hard to take as a romantic lead.
I've seen this movie a couple of times in the past but haven't seen it for years glad to find it here well paced well acted suspense always liked liked both main players these old movies have so much going for them acting direction and storyline and good clever dialogue that doesn't depend on vulgar fowl language there is nothing entertaining or clever about filthy language
Great Film. CinemaScope was very well-crafted. It's the beginning of Big Screens and Stereo sound.. Televisión was the real"enemy". Thanks for uploading this film. It is very entertaining indeed 🎉🎉🎉
23 Paces to Baker Street (1956) A blind American writer in London overhears a kidnapping plot and uses his four other senses to track down the perpetrators.
I''ll never say no to any film with Van Johnson. He was a delight. My two fave Esther Williams films : Easy to love and The Duchess of Idaho both were with Van.
😊 This was a great movie and a great cast,. I really enjoyed it. Its 11:55 and I'm going to pop some popcorn & get a cold soft drink . And get ready for the next movie.❤❤❤❤
So good to see Vera Miles, a wonderful actress. The scene in the Searchers where she reads out the letter from Marty is one of my favourites, terribly funny, but also very touching. Excellent film, which makes London look beautiful in a way that I fear would be impossible now.
One of my favourite films, despite a curious idea of London's geography - the flat overlooks the River Thames but Baker Street (no doubt chosen for its famous association with Sherlock Holmes) is a few miles away! 😊
Rx Thank you DDF for posting. Everybody, remember to Like, above. Enjoyed the atmosphere and the furnishings. When Vera Miles put her coat on, you could hear the swish of those nice heavy coat fabrics. Miss those. I crushed on Van Johnson as a kid, so nice to see him. I like old B & W movies, but This was really nice in color.
neither van johnson nor vera miles are favorites of mine - but they have surprisingly good chemistry here - and i've never seen vera miles lovelier - and London is lovely too
Excellent Movie! 🥳🎫🍿 I love classics from the 40s & 50s .... And this one does not disappoint! 😄 The story was fun & interesting....The acting and camaraderie between Van, Vera, & Cecil was warm & inviting :) And the LOVELY London views.... Very fun & soothing to watch! This is one of my Go-To "Background Movies" which I play in the background while I do housework or whatever.... The music & dialogue are very calming & soothing :) I watch this frequently as well as "Heidi" from 1968 for this "chill" effect in the house :) Thank you for sharing :) Lovely! Sweet & fulfilling ending between the two lovebirds, as well :) Rachel in Nashville :) 👩🎨😺☕☕🍿🎫🎫
Wow!! What a difference is to enjoy watching an old good movie : excellent actors, an interesting plot, nice dialogues and good photographies. There were no computer technology, no graphic sex, no bad words, no cell phones, no complicated special effects, no remakes and yet we still enjoy these old ones. Just pure talents.
Thank you so much for this movie in a cloudy Sunday afternoon!
This is quite a wonderful who-dun-it. Acting is first rate from the wonderful Van Johnson as a blind man around whom the narrative revolves. He is ably supported by the lovely Vera Miles. This is a not-to-be-missed masterpiece from 20th Century Fox, circa mid-50's. I saw the film as a child and got the same thrill when I watched again a few months ago. Van was the master of all genres. Put him in a musical, comedy, drama or any other genre for that matter, and he delivered, never disappointing the audience.
he's disappointed me.
Van Johnson was great in a difficult lead role, with abundant support from a cast of real pros.
Super movie. It's surprising that there are so many excellent films that I have never seen before, and now we can see them all on RUclips. Van Johnson is one of those prolific actors who was, I think, very underrated. NO ADS
I had exactly the same thought! 😀🙌 I always loved classic movies, but just recently discovered, that so many are available on YT, which I never have seen before. Also a great possibility to improve the English language. And it's nice to know, that more people like it too. Greetings from Germany! 👋🙂
What a lovely old movie I love it. The scenes of old London Town are magical. Thank you so much for sharing.
As of today (6/27/24) Vera Miles is still here at 94. Always impressive in every role.
Thank you, I did not know that
@@molliwilson5639 Nice to hear. Thanks
She was my favorite when I was 10. I thought she was so beautiful. Mom bought me Vera Miles paper doll. She has beautiful dresses and minks!
And still lovely, I’ll bet🩷
@@justinaprima9495 Yes---the camera does love her.
I love all the London views and locations! Of course that was 68 years ago and London has changed a lot. Priceless.
@@artandminisbyvilma8116 when London was often foggy because homes were still allowed to have wood-burning fires.
@@cindymaceda2999 Everyone be sure to wear your triple mask while you watch the film...
I cannot remember when I last saw a woman wearing a suit, trouser sits yes, but not skirt suits.
I visited London multiple times in the 80’s and 90’s so I recognize o lot! This brings back memories of calmer times.
It's one place I would like to see
I love how all the normal everyday sounds that we take for granted are increased in volume here so we can experience what his life is like. Plus, Van Johnson! 💜💜💜
Good flick, based upon a good novel. It puts you in mind of Hitchcock's Rear Window, doesn't it? And how refreshing it is to see people out and about without their eyes stuck to their smartphones! Those were the days!
Loved the DeLuxe Color, amazing to see the streets and inside of shops in London in 1956 in such good quality color, rare to get colour movies from the mid 50s
Thank you so much for such a good movie. We have to go so far back for class, beauty, and quality viewing. Thanks again.
There are quite a few comments alleging that the movie is somehow an imitation of Hitchcock’s Rear Window. But actually it is based on the 1938 over Warrant for X y Philip MacDonald. Glad to find this
Excellent Movie and in widescreen Theatre. I have never seen this movie, what a Treat, a Golden treasure, Thank You !
I rank this as one of the 5 of my favourite movies ever. I bought it in the versions available, in the last 20 years, VHS, DVD, DVD remastered and BD. And now I can even watch it on You Tube. I can't get enough of it. Exceptional cast, intriguing plot, the London atmosphere on a winter, foggy night. Thanks a lot for this improved vision version, too. To be kept, watched over and over. 👏👏👏
You forgot the period, I think the end of fifty's or beginning of sixty's! Which is right? Release date may 18 1956 / the year when I was born!
Yes, 1956.
Absolutely lovely 💯 percent
@@LM-fn6qb lovely reply thanks
Ive seen this movie several times and it NEVER gets old. Thank you for a great post. Another one you folks might like is Midnight Lace with Doris Day.
Awesome! It was my first time watching. So freaking good! I pray younger generations will learn to appreciate this type of flick. The world was different but that's what I want the youngsters to appreciate.
Thanks for the UpL!😊
I don't know how young am considered anymore but I'm early thirties and grew up on old films. I've watched this particular one several times. I intended to show them to my children too.
Excellent film.Vera miles was stunning.Cecil Parker and Van Johnson brilliant.Thanks for posting.
I'm a huge fan of Miss Miles. I don't think I'd be watching this movie again and again if it weren't for her. She is totally mesmerizing. I'm not sure why. I'm 80. It's June 24, 2024 and I'm in St. Joseph, MO, USA
@@warrenwilson4818 Greetings from the UK.I'm 74 and originally from London.I remember the old London depicted in those scenes.I played among the bombed out ruins many times.I agree totally with you.Vera Miles was absolutely beauty.I fell in love with her years ago.!.You maybe 80 but you have a young heart.I wish you all the best.Cheers Jim
Wonderful Vera. She played Marty’s long suffering girl in the Searchers, and the scene where she gets a letter from him and has to read it aloud to her family, fizzing with rage, is one of the funniest and tenderest scenes ever.
I've seen hundred's of movies and never this one! Thank you for posting! I notice this was made after Van Johnson had his accident...evident by the scar on his forehead. Looking forward to watching more from you! xx
...yay,no smut,no swearing, no tattoos, got to love that...
And Vera is dressed so stylishly.
What is wrong with tattoes lol
But murder is ok? Violence is worse than sex any day 😊
@@pisiata3651 It's a generation thing. Nothing is wrong with them at all, it's just, having grown up not surrounded by them, it's ... different.
Funny remark! Yeah, we watch murder mysteries but only the ones with no smoking LOL!
Can't remember when I saw a movie on RUclips in a wide screen format and not blury! Added to the enjoyment.
Bravo!!!! Exceptional movie! The actors portray their characters incredibly well, bringing the story to life...believable! The music, storyline and setting appear to be giving a nod to the amazing Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window made in 1954. My favorite style of movies! Thank you for sharing!
The lack of a lot of swearing makes a bad or average movie tolerable a Good movie like this one even better
Great movie. You can feel the tension. And the love story about not feeling good enough when you have a “disability” to be loved. Love conquers all and we all deserve that kind of love. We all can have it if we just let go of our own fears.
Van Johnson was a great actor. Thanks so much for sharing this movie.
What a great classic movie, just don't make them like that anymore. Thanks for sharing ❤😊
It's a most engaging and well-done movie - a good old-fashioned mystery - the best kind!
I really do LOVE the mystery of this movie, and it's getting very interesting now.
what film are you watching?
A great relaxing film for a Sunday evening. Thanks for the upload and a glimpse back at a more classy time in 1950s London!
Wonderful cast and plot, with no violence, bad language or CG graphics.
Love this movie! Somewhat like "Rear Window," but still well done. Vera Miles was a beautiful lady. And I always loved Van Johnson!
Just two years after Rear Window came out. It's definitely a take-off on Rear Window.
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Brilliant film. I hadn’t seen it before so thank you for the upload, it’s a real gem.
Thankyou so much for this brilliant movie. No disgusting language.
Very good film. Just loved it. Van Johnson was very convincing. They don't make movies like this anymore.
Thank you very much for uploading this enjoyable film. A touch of Sorry Wrong Number and a touch of Rear Window. Always enjoy seeing Cecil Parker in particular.
Hi
All these old movies are now like time capsules for us to glimpse a bygone era which the people in the movie thought was ultra modern!
I was thinking the same thing. I love watching the interior design of those movies, the buildings that are no longer there.
Been looking for this film for a couple of years now so glad to have watched it again good film thanks
Van Johnson was a very handsome Swede who must have been very beautiful in person. Tall with strawberry blonde hair, blue eyes, fair freckled skin and a beautiful profile.
Theres nothing like a new find that turns out great 👍
Great plot.. very suspenseful..excellent cast.. love this. Thank You for the upload ❤
One of the best blind movies is wait until dark. A very hitchkock like show.
The confrontation scene at the end was very reminiscent of that. Liked the addition of playing recorded taunts & the gender twist.
thank you for this. Wonderful change from modern movies. Not hyper, no special effects and so stylish. Loved it.
A period genre film that sets post-war London in an atmospheric way. Sunshine over the Thames and omnipresent haze. All in fairytale Deluxe Color,. I think, however, that Van Johnson is a great asset to the film because of his convincing way of portraying the blind playwright, where sounds play a vital role in his perception of the world.
Just viewed this film by accident last night. Excellent plot.
maybe you'd like to explain it to the rest of us.
@@atthebijou8209You are obviously a simple minded troll, going by your comment and others you’ve left on here. Maybe you ought to be watching some kiddies channel? That may be more your level of comprehension?
So when was the exact moment that they decided to stop making these kind of movies any more? Our loss certainly.
Love Cecile Parker❤ I remember him from "Indiscreet" with Cary Grant and Ingreed Bergman. Thanks for the upload. Greetings from Paris.
bonjour, Paris ! mais c'est Cecil, non pas Cecile.
Amazing to find this here! Thank you! I saw this film many years ago as a child when it came out and I've never forgotten it. Very entertaining, although Van Johnson is hard to take as a romantic lead.
This came out in 1956, the same year Hitchcock released 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' with Jimmy Stewart and Doris Day.
Actually it reminded me of also Hitchcock's Rear Window starring Jimmy Stewart. An invalid man bound to a wheelchair uncovers a murder.
Fabulous movie! Excellent plot and twists - definitely shades of Hitchcock! I love all the street scenes of London in the late fifties.
London is still fabulous today...
I've seen this movie a couple of times in the past but haven't seen it for years glad to find it here well paced well acted suspense always liked liked both main players these old movies have so much going for them acting direction and storyline and good clever dialogue that doesn't depend on vulgar fowl language there is nothing entertaining or clever about filthy language
*Wonderful, really enjoyed it, waited until after watching to read anything about it.* Great characters, etcetera.
Great Film. CinemaScope was very well-crafted. It's the beginning of Big Screens and Stereo sound.. Televisión was the real"enemy". Thanks for uploading this film. It is very entertaining indeed 🎉🎉🎉
23 Paces to Baker Street (1956) A blind American writer in London overhears a kidnapping plot and uses his four other senses to track down the perpetrators.
Thank you for a great film. I had never heard of this before, and I love surprises! Especially fun ones. Cheers!
My mother loved Van Johnson, and i enjoy seeing him act all the more for it
Cant believe Ive never seen this one! Great upload. Thx!
I''ll never say no to any film with Van Johnson. He was a delight. My two fave Esther Williams films : Easy to love and The Duchess of Idaho both were with Van.
unbelievable.
A simple story can make for a great mystery.
😊 This was a great movie and a great cast,. I really enjoyed it. Its 11:55 and I'm going to pop some popcorn & get a cold soft drink . And get ready for the next movie.❤❤❤❤
Sounds great!!!!
I love this movie...seen before!!!
Wow! That was a pretty darn good movie!!! Thank you for showing it!
Excellent movie, from beginning to end. Thank you for uploading!
Vera Miles is such a beautiful, intelligent
and believable actress.
Love Van Johnson, too.🩷🩵
Great movie I saw it years ago and it’s still worth a watch
Very good movie. Great cast, especially Van Johnson of course. Perfect for tonight. Thank you.
Looks like a few of us were watching this movie together, Suzanne, Linda. Fine films and fine people no doubt..
Great movie, at times it reminded me of the movie "Rear Window"! :)
Yes, the disabled hero.
A very interesting,suspenceful movie. Thank you,for showing it.
So good to see Vera Miles, a wonderful actress. The scene in the Searchers where she reads out the letter from Marty is one of my favourites, terribly funny, but also very touching. Excellent film, which makes London look beautiful in a way that I fear would be impossible now.
WOW another GEM Discovery! after 68 years! ♥♥♥♥
Saw this years ago. Still very suspenseful! Thanks for showing. 🇦🇺
Wonderful movie. Thank you for posting it.
Love the on location filming. Amusing as the apartment overlooks the Thames but also Portland Place and lower Regent Street 😂.
This was a very good movie ! I really enjoyed it .
Good film that thank you very much. No adverts in mine at all.
One of my favourite films, despite a curious idea of London's geography - the flat overlooks the River Thames but Baker Street (no doubt chosen for its famous association with Sherlock Holmes) is a few miles away! 😊
It's a painting
@@zeljkameznaric6047 actually, it's filmed on location.
4:00 That wall along that balcony is alarmingly low. 😮
Great flick! No ads!!!!!
Good suspensful movie.. I love the old movies best...thanks.
Great classic Actors , actresses and plot....l,oved it
this was a really good movie. Thanks
What a beautiful movie to watch. Thanks
Van Johnson, one of my top 10 favorites...
Good God. How did I not know about this masterpiece!
Cecil Parker steals scenes with consistently convincing characterisation. Denholm Elliot used to do the same. The quality of the soundtrack is good.
Thank you.
Rx Thank you DDF for posting. Everybody, remember to Like, above. Enjoyed the atmosphere and the furnishings. When Vera Miles put her coat on, you could hear the swish of those nice heavy coat fabrics. Miss those. I crushed on Van Johnson as a kid, so nice to see him. I like old B & W movies, but This was really nice in color.
Thank you so much for sharing. It was lovely.
What a fantastic movie! Saved to rewatch. Thank you :)
It really is excellent!
I’m 79 years old and not very steady on my feet so I have a fear of falling. His position when he was about to fall was a nightmare to me. 😮😮😮😮
A bit plodding and tedious, but a good performance by Van Johnson made it watchable. Nice twist at the end.
Great movies it's nice to see the clothes and the environments in the movies. I sure didn't miss any swearing either
If you lived at that time it makes you sad for what's lost. No pounding Rock and roll either.
Very Hitchcock-esk .... good crime chaser, very worth the watch 👌👌
Oh! Wish todays movies didn't have foul language, unnecessary sex scenes, violence, etc, etc.
Seeing beautiful London and it's ubiquitous red buses black taxis shops roads crowds in the streets Thames in the rain et all kindles old memories.
neither van johnson nor vera miles are favorites of mine - but they have surprisingly good chemistry here - and i've never seen vera miles lovelier - and London is lovely too
Great love it ,love mystery movie like this.thanks😊
Quite suspenseful with lots of twists and head scratching! 👏👍
Excellent Movie! 🥳🎫🍿 I love classics from the 40s & 50s .... And this one does not disappoint! 😄 The story was fun & interesting....The acting and camaraderie between Van, Vera, & Cecil was warm & inviting :) And the LOVELY London views.... Very fun & soothing to watch! This is one of my Go-To "Background Movies" which I play in the background while I do housework or whatever.... The music & dialogue are very calming & soothing :) I watch this frequently as well as "Heidi" from 1968 for this "chill" effect in the house :) Thank you for sharing :) Lovely! Sweet & fulfilling ending between the two lovebirds, as well :) Rachel in Nashville :) 👩🎨😺☕☕🍿🎫🎫
I saw Van Johnson on the thumbnail. SOLD!
Ooh that was good! I love Van Van johnson!
Good story, and good acting from Cecil Parker.
Yes, it was a good movie. Thumbs up!
That classification and dignity left our life to another planet 😢
An excellent movie---very Hitchcok like.