The Courtneys of Curzon Street

The Courtneys of Curzon Street

1947 · 112 min · ★ 5.3 · Drama, Romance

On New Years Eve, 1899, baronet's son Edward Courtney becomes engaged to Kate, his mother's maid, much to the scandal of London society. The film then follows their family through four generations, with separations, joys, tragedies, and service in the Boer War, WWI, and WWII.

Directed by Herbert Wilcox · Written by Florence Tranter

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