For Better, for Worse(1954)
For Better, for Worse Synopsis
In postwar London a young graduate and his girlfriend decide to marry. Her well-to-do parents are not convinced, but they agree once he has got a £5.10.0 job and a 30/- a week single-room flat. The newly-weds find money fearfully tight, the flat cramped, the neighbours a trial, and her parents always hovering. Can faith conquer all? Is there some way of getting rid of tea-leaves except down the sink?
For Better, for Worse (1954) is a comedy and romance film directed by J. Lee Thompson, released on June 20, 1954 with a runtime of 1h 25m. It stars Dirk Bogarde, Susan Stephen, Cecil Parker and Eileen Herlie. Viewers rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 10 ratings.
- Director:
- J. Lee Thompson
- Writers:
- J. Lee Thompson, Arthur Watkyn
- Producers:
- Kenneth Harper
- Cinematographer:
- Guy Green
- Composer:
- Angela Morley
- Production:
- Kenwood Productions
- Status:
- Released
For Better, for Worse Cast & Crew
Main cast
Dirk Bogarde
as Tony Howard
Susan Stephen
as Anne Howard
Cecil Parker
as John Purves
Eileen Herlie
as Helen Purves
Athene Seyler
as Miss Mainbrace
Dennis Price
as Mr. Debenham
- Pia Terri
Pia Terri
as Mrs. Debenham
James Hayter
as Plumber
Thora Hird
as Mrs. Doyle
George Woodbridge
as Alf
Charles Victor
as Fred
Sidney James
as Foreman
Key crew
Directed by J. Lee Thompson, written by J. Lee Thompson and Arthur Watkyn, produced by Kenneth Harper.
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For Better, for Worse Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.8/10 from 10 ratings.
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For Better, for Worse – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in For Better, for Worse?
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The main cast of For Better, for Worse (1954) includes Dirk Bogarde, Susan Stephen, Cecil Parker, Eileen Herlie and Athene Seyler. The film was directed by J. Lee Thompson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was For Better, for Worse released?
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For Better, for Worse was released on June 20, 1954 and runs for 1h 25m.
Is For Better, for Worse worth watching?
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For Better, for Worse (1954) holds an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from 10 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.