Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light (1941)
Humorously using the arrogant and bumbling Mr. Proudfoot, this film serves a dual purpose of emphasizing the importance of obeying blackout hours, as well as easing the stress of the time period by encouraging laughter.
Director: Herbert Mason
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date: December 30, 1941
Cast
- Sydney Howard - Mr. Proudfoot
- Muriel George - Mrs. Proudfoot
- Wylie Watson - Friend
- Noel Dainton - Warden
- Irene Handl - Councillor
- Aubrey Mallalieu - Chairman
- Percy Walsh - Officer
- Albert Lieven - German
- Manning Whiley - German
- G.H. Mulcaster - RAF Officer
Screenplay
- Sidney Gilliat (Story)
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Herbert Mason
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light about?
- Humorously using the arrogant and bumbling Mr. Proudfoot, this film serves a dual purpose of emphasizing the importance of obeying blackout hours, as well as easing the stress of the time period by encouraging laughter.
- Who directed Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light?
- Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light was directed by Herbert Mason.
- Who stars in Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light?
- Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light stars Sydney Howard, Muriel George, Wylie Watson, Noel Dainton, Irene Handl, Aubrey Mallalieu.
- How long is Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light?
- Mr. Proudfoot Shows a Light has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).