Wallace Orton

Medal for the General

A retired general helps out by sheltering some evacuees during WWII.

The Dummy Talks

An operation of counterfeit five pound notes is discovered at a variety theater, leading to murder during the performance.

We’ll Smile Again

Nazi spies infiltrate a British film studio with the intention of sending coded messages in the films they produce.

Salute John Citizen

A typical working family have to cope with living through the Blitz, adapting to its privations, and eventually making the ultimate sacrifice for king & country.

Asking for Trouble

A London fishmonger helps a young woman evade her unwanted upcoming marriage by pretending to be her fiancé, a big game hunter from Africa. Comedy.

Old Mother Riley's Circus

Mother Riley takes over a circus on the point of closing down, and makes it a success.

Old Mother Riley's Ghosts

Old Mother Riley gets involved in a plot to steal an invention

Old Mother Riley in Business

Old Mother Riley starts a new business.

Old Mother Riley in Society

Old Mother Riley does the laundry for the dancers in the pantomime "Aladdin", where her daughter Kitty works as a chorus girl. Sneaking a peek at the show one day, Mother Riley accidentally pops up through a trap door onto the stage. Accosted by the angry star, Mother Riley’s belligerent responses have the audience in stitches. Outraged, the star walks out, leaving Kitty to take over the leading role, to great success.

Laugh It Off

As WWII begins, vaudeville entertainer Tommy Towers is called up to serve. He arranges a job for his girlfriend at the local pub. To keep moral up, his commanding officer orders him to perform for the troops.