The Million Pound Note
1954, English. Directed by Ronald Neame.
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An impoverished American sailor is fortunate enough to be passing the house of two rich gentlemen who have conceived the crazy idea of distributing a note worth one million pounds. The sailor finds that whenever he tries to use the note to buy something, people treat him like a king and let him have whatever he likes for free. Ultimately, the money proves to be more troublesome than it is worth when it almost costs him his dignity and the woman he loves.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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The Million Pound Note is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ronald NeameDirector
- Gregory PeckHenry Adams
- Ronald SquireOliver Montpelier
- Joyce GrenfellDuchess of Cromarty
- A.E. MatthewsDuke of Frognal
- Maurice DenhamJonathan Reid
- Reginald BeckwithRock
- Brian OultonLloyd
- John SlaterParsons
- Hartley PowerLloyd Hastings
- George DevineChop House Proprietor
- Bryan ForbesTodd
- Gudrun UreRenie
Details
- Released
- 7 January 1954
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Jill Craigie, Mark Twain
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What The Million Pound Note is based on
The Million Pound Note is based on trading intraday midia (1893) by Mark Twain.
1893
trading intraday midia
By Mark Twain
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The Million Pound Note: quick answers
Is The Million Pound Note worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 88 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Million Pound Note?
The Million Pound Note runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Million Pound Note have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Million Pound Note. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Million Pound Note parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Million Pound Note is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Million Pound Note on?
The Million Pound Note is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Million Pound Note?
If you liked The Million Pound Note, try Thunderstruck, The Distinguished Gentleman, Family Plot.
Who directed The Million Pound Note?
The Million Pound Note (1954) was directed by Ronald Neame and stars Gregory Peck, Ronald Squire, Joyce Grenfell.
What is The Million Pound Note based on?
The Million Pound Note is based on trading intraday midia (1893) by Mark Twain.