Broken Journey
Synopsis
A plane flying over the Swiss Alps develops engine trouble and is forced to crash-land on a glacier. Unable to radio for help because of damaged batteries and with limited food supplies, the survivors must come to a decision -- whether to stay and wait for help they believe is coming or to leave the shelter of the wrecked plane and set out in bad weather to try to reach civilization.
Top Cast
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Phyllis Calvert
Mary Johnstone
James Donald
Bill Haverton
Margot Grahame
Joanna Dane
Francis L. Sullivan
Anton Perami
Guy Rolfe
Captain Fox
David Tomlinson
Jimmy Marshall
Raymond Huntley
Edward Marshall
Derek Bond
Richard Faber
Grey Blake
John Barber
Sonia Holm
Anne Stephens
Andrew Crawford
Kid Cormack
Charles Victor
Harry Gunn
Gerard Heinz
Romer
Mary Hinton
Mrs. Barber
Jan Van Loewen
Opera House Director
Arthur Goullet
1st Guide
Leo Bieber
2nd Guide
Bonar Colleano
Reporter (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken Annakin, Michael C. Chorlton
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Westerby
- Original Score
- John Greenwood
- Original Title
- Broken Journey
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Gainsborough Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Annakin, Michael C. Chorlton
Robert Westerby
John Greenwood
Jack E. Cox
Esmond Seal
Sydney Box
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Annakin
Director
Esmond Seal
Editor
Jack E. Cox
Director of Photography
Sydney Box
Producer
Michael C. Chorlton
Director
Robert Westerby
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Broken Journey
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What is Broken Journey about?
A plane flying over the Swiss Alps develops engine trouble and is forced to crash-land on a glacier. Unable to radio for help because of damaged batteries and with limited food supplies, the survivors must come to a decision -- whether to stay and wait for help they believe is coming or to leave the shelter of the wrecked plane and set out in bad weather to try to reach civilization.
Who directed Broken Journey?
Broken Journey was directed by Ken Annakin, Michael C. Chorlton.
Who stars in Broken Journey?
The principal cast of Broken Journey includes Phyllis Calvert, James Donald, Margot Grahame, Francis L. Sullivan, Guy Rolfe.
When was Broken Journey released and how long is it?
Broken Journey was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Broken Journey?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Broken Journey was composed by John Greenwood.