John and Julie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids John and Julie |
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| Directed by | William Fairchild |
| Produced by | Herbert Mason |
| Written by | William Fairchild |
| Starring | Colin Gibson Lesley Dudley Noelle Middleton Moira Lister |
| Music by | Philip Green |
| Cinematography | Arthur Grant |
| Editing by | Bernard Gribble |
| Studio | Group 3 Films |
| Distributed by | British Lion Films (UK) |
| Release date(s) | 26 July 1955 (UK) |
| Running time | 82 min. |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Money made | £154,494 (UK) |
John and Julie is a fun British comedy film from 1955. It stars young actors Colin Gibson and Lesley Dudley. You might also spot famous comedians like Peter Sellers and Sid James in some of their earlier movie roles!
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The Story of John and Julie
This movie is about two kids, John (played by Colin Gibson) and Julie (played by Lesley Dudley). They live in a place called Dorset. They really, really want to see the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II! A coronation is a special ceremony where a new king or queen officially takes their place.
Their Big Adventure to London
John and Julie's parents don't plan to go to the coronation in London. But the kids have a different idea! When they are left alone, they decide to run away. Their plan is to go to London to find John's 'Uncle Ben.' They believe he "knows the queen," so he can help them see the big event.
Meeting New Friends on the Way
As John and Julie travel towards London, they meet many interesting and sometimes funny people. These new friends help them on their journey. Will they make it to London in time to see the Queen's procession? You'll have to watch to find out!
Meet the Cast
The film features a great group of actors who bring the story to life.
Main Characters
- Colin Gibson as John Pritchett: The adventurous boy who wants to see the Queen.
- Lesley Dudley as Julie: John's friend who joins him on the exciting trip.
- Noelle Middleton as Miss Stokes
- Moira Lister as Dora
Other Notable Actors
- Wilfrid Hyde-White as Sir James: A high-ranking officer in the Life Guards.
- Sid James as Mr. Pritchett: John's father.
- Megs Jenkins as Mrs. Pritchett: John's mother.
- Joseph Tomelty as Mr. Davidson: An American judge on vacation.
- Constance Cummings as Mrs. Davidson: His wife.
- Patric Doonan as Jim Webber: A kind bicycle shop owner.
- Andrew Cruickshank as Uncle Ben: A corporal in the Life Guards, who John believes can help them.
- Peter Coke as a captain in the Life Guards.
- Colin Gordon as Mr. Swayne: A leader of a boys' group.
- Winifred Shotter as Mrs. Swayne: His wife.
- Peter Jones as Jeremy.
- Vincent Ball as Digger.
- Peter Sellers as Police Constable Diamond: A police officer.
- Patrick Connor as Trooper Rogers.
- Philip Stainton as a London police sergeant.
- Colin Freear - Boy (uncredited)
Did you know? Frazer Hines, who later became very famous for playing Jamie McCrimmon in the TV show Doctor Who, had a small part in this movie too!
