The Good Beginning (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film

Released in 1953, The Good Beginning is a drama film directed by Gilbert Gunn, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. After their honeymoon, Johnny Lipton and his wife Kit move into their small apartment. Kit runs the flat on a tight budget, for she hopes that one day with her support her husband will eventually run his own business. A lack of understanding of each other s character and aspirations, however, leads to many problems before Johnny and Kit are able to attempt a 'good beginning' to their marriage.
Who’s in it. The Good Beginning stars John Fraser as Johnny Lipson, Eileen Moore as Kit Lipson, Peter Reynolds as Brian Watson and Humphrey Lestocq as Thorogood, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Good Beginning page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Good Beginning tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Good Beginning (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Good Beginning change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Good Beginning?
- The Good Beginning stars John Fraser, Eileen Moore, Peter Reynolds, Humphrey Lestocq and Hugh Pryse.
- When was The Good Beginning released?
- The Good Beginning was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.