Story Line
Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, hero-worships his father's butler Baines. His perception of the man changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.
“The suspense is almost unbearable…”
Top Cast
Ralph Richardson
Baines
Michèle Morgan
Julie
Sonia Dresdel
Mrs. Baines
Bobby Henrey
Phillipe
Denis O'Dea
Inspector Crowe
Jack Hawkins
Detective Ames
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Rating
7.2/ 10
Release Date
1948-09-30
Runtime
1h 36m
Genres
DramaThriller
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John Chard
9/10
•2/8/2017It's a great life if you don't weaken.
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CinemaSerf
7/10
•3/30/2025“Phillipe” (Bobby Henrey) lives a privileged life as the young son of an ambassador, but he frequently finds himself neglected and dependent on the friendship of their butler “Baines” (Sir Ralph Richardson) who helps keep him occupied. With his fathe...