Salute the Toff
Salute the Toff

Salute the Toff

1952Movie75 minEnglish

The Toff solves the mystery of a missing employer. One of the BFi's most wanted films.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Terence FisherGenres: Crime, Mystery, Film Noir

Plot Summary

A wealthy young man, Lord Lindsay "Linday" Richard Everton, is accused of a crime he did not commit and must prove his innocence. His aristocratic background clashes with the gritty underworld he finds himself navigating. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy far more complex than a simple murder accusation.

Critical Reception

Salute the Toff was a modest success, appreciated for its intriguing plot and the performances of its cast, particularly Stanley Holloway. While not a major critical triumph, it holds a place as a solid example of British film noir from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and engaging mystery.
  • Stanley Holloway's performance is a standout, lending gravitas to the lead role.
  • The film successfully blends elements of crime and social commentary.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this older film, but it is generally regarded as an interesting example of British noir.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of the 1941 novel 'Salute the Toff' by John Creasey, writing as "Gordon Daviot".

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John Bentley is the super sleuth in this rather pedestrian tale of the aristocratic "Rolly" who is trying to track down a missing person and en route encounters murder and mischief. It moves along quickly and Roddy Hughes is standout as the...