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James CopelandThe Mate -
Abe BarkerThe Engineer -
Hubert GreggPusey -
Geoffrey KeenCampbell -
Dorothy AlisonMiss Peters -
Andrew KeirThe Reporter -
Mark DignamThe Laird -
Jameson ClarkDirty Dan -
Moultrie KelsallC.S.S. Skipper -
Russell WatersHailing Officer -
Roddy McMillanInverkerran Driver -
Jack StewartSkipper -
Meg BuchananSarah
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Fiona ClyneSheena
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Sheila Shand GibbsBarmaid
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Betty HendersonCampbell's Secretary
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Duncan MacintyreHailing Officer
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Jack MacguireHighland Innkeeper
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John RaeThe Constable
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Eric WoodburnSkipper
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| Country: | United Kingdom |
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| Length: | 1 h 32 min |
Description:
This charming film tells the story of a resourceful Scottish skipper who captains an old fishing boat, navigating the challenges of coastal life. Facing financial difficulties in his later years, he devises a plan to trick a wealthy American into hiring him to transport valuable cargo. The resulting story is full of humor, suspense, and touching moments that explore class differences and generational gaps. When the tycoon discovers the deception, he relentlessly pursues the skipper and the boat to recover his possessions. Meanwhile, the skipper must manage the escalating situation while confronting his own history and questioning his choices. The film offers a thoughtful look at wealth, trickery, and loyalty, presented as an enjoyable and entertaining experience.
| Alternative title: | The 'Maggie' |
| Release year: | 1954 |
| Language: | English |
| Awards: | 🏆 Nominated for 3 BAFTA 3 nominations total |
| Director: | Alexander Mackendrick |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | black and white boat glasgow, scotland scotland ship skipper |
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