The Gold Express (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1955, The Gold Express is a comedy and crime film directed by Guy Fergusson, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Claustrophobic train-set comedy-thriller (produced by H.G. Wells son) with an ace reporter coming up against crooks intent on stealing a gold shipment on the Scotland to London express. A scatterbrained scientist, a gun-toting dame with revenge on her mind and a pair of eccentric spinster crime novelists – who steal the film – round out the motley band of passengers who cross the path of our intrepid hero as he tries to get his big scoop.
Who’s in it. The Gold Express stars Vernon Gray as Bob Wright, Ann Walford as Mary Wright, May Hallatt as Agatha Merton and Ivy St. Helier as Emma Merton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Gold Express has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gold Express page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gold Express tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gold Express (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gold Express change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gold Express worth watching?
- The Gold Express holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gold Express?
- The Gold Express stars Vernon Gray, Ann Walford, May Hallatt, Ivy St. Helier and Patrick Boxill.
- When was The Gold Express released?
- The Gold Express was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.