01 Jan 1967
A Ghost of a Chance
Three children try to fight against the destruction of a local historic landmark. They are helped by a group of friendly ghosts.
A Royal Demand
A Thrilling Story of the Stupendous Struggle Between the Royalists and Cromwellians during the Civil War
During the English Civil War, Lord Forrest attempts to sign up with the Royalist army, but is mistaken for a Roundhead and forced to join their number instead.
Top Billed Cast
Cyril McLaglen Lord Forrest
Marjorie Hume Lady Forrest
Fred Rains Walters
Vi Kaley Nana
Powell Edwards General Orring
Howard Fry Lord Wentover
Tich Hunter Robin
Gisela Leif-Robinson Lady Ann
Gunner Moir Cynthia Clifford
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