The Birthday Present (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1957, The Birthday Present is a drama film directed by Pat Jackson, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Returning from a business trip, toy salesman Simon Scott is caught attempting to smuggle a wristwatch bought for his wife's birthday through Customs. He is arrested and, due to a bungled defence by his solicitor, obliged to serve a three-month prison sentence. It is only the beginning of his woes; his employer, Colonel Wilson, is understanding, but he is ultimately forced to sack Simon, who discovers that finding another job under such circumstances is extremely difficult. But Colonel Wilson is determined to help his former employee find a solution.
Who’s in it. The Birthday Present stars Tony Britton as Simon Scott, Sylvia Syms as Jean Scott, Jack Watling as Bill Thompson and Walter Fitzgerald as Sir John Dell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Birthday Present has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Birthday Present page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Birthday Present tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Birthday Present (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Birthday Present change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Birthday Present worth watching?
- The Birthday Present holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Birthday Present?
- The Birthday Present stars Tony Britton, Sylvia Syms, Jack Watling, Walter Fitzgerald and Geoffrey Keen.
- When was The Birthday Present released?
- The Birthday Present was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.