The Night My Number Came Up

A British Royal Air Force officer, Commander Calvert, experiences a recurring dream of a plane crash on his upcoming flight to Singapore. Initially dismissing it as a mere nightmare, the dream becomes so vivid and persistent that it deeply affects his morale and that of his crew. As the departure date looms, he must confront his fears and decide whether to proceed with the flight or heed the ominous premonition.

The Night My Number Came Up was generally well-received by critics upon its release. Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from Michael Redgrave, the film successfully blended psychological tension with a compelling narrative. Audiences found it to be a gripping and thought-provoking thriller.

• Praised for its effective suspense and unsettling psychological exploration.

• Michael Redgrave's performance as the haunted commander is a standout.

• The film effectively builds tension around a compelling premise of premonition.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google Reviews for this older film, but contemporary reviews suggest it was appreciated for its gripping narrative and suspense.

The film is based on a short story by R.C. Sherriff, who also wrote the screenplay, and was inspired by a real-life experience of a RAF pilot who had a premonition of a crash.