Old Iron (1938)

Movie 80 min

Overbearing but kind-hearted old industrialist Sir Henry Woodstock (known as "Old Iron" to his family) quarrels with his favourite son Harry because Harry wishes to marry the daughter of a business opponent whom he suspects of shady practices. Harry, who has inherited his father's temperament, drives away in a blind fury, runs a man down and kills him. At his trial for manslaughter Sir Henry's testimony as to the quarrel, and the mental disturbance that must have resulted from the conflict in Harry's mind between love of his father and determination to do what he himself thought right, secures Harry's acquittal.

Tom Walls Director Ben Travers Writer

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Quick facts

Released
December 1, 1938
Runtime
80 min
IMDb
tt0160595
Country
United Kingdom
Studio
Tom Walls Productions, British Lion Films, Shepperton Studios

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Frequently asked questions

What is Old Iron about?
Overbearing but kind-hearted old industrialist Sir Henry Woodstock (known as "Old Iron" to his family) quarrels with his favourite son Harry because Harry wishes to marry the daughter of a business opponent whom he suspects of shady practices. Harry, who has inherited his father's temperament, drives away in a blind fury, runs a man down and kills him. At his trial for manslaughter Sir Henry's testimony as to the quarrel, and the mental disturbance that must have resulted from the conflict in Harry's mind between love of his father and determination to do what he himself thought right, secures Harry's acquittal.
Who directed Old Iron?
Old Iron was directed by Tom Walls.
Who stars in Old Iron?
Old Iron stars Tom Walls, Eva Moore, Cecil Parker, Richard Ainley.
When was Old Iron released?
Old Iron is a 1938 film.
Where can I watch Old Iron?
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