The Net
“FASTER THAN SOUND come the sensational thrills in this modern epic of the air!”
Synopsis
A secret jet aircraft capable of traveling three times the speed of sound is being developed by a group of scientists. On the day of the test flight, one of the scientists dies in a mysterious accident, and there are many arguments concerning the flight itself; some think it should be ground-controlled while Heathley (James Donald) wants it to be a manned flight with himself at the controls. Conflict also arises when one of his fellow scientists, taking advantage of Heathley's lack of attention toward his wife, Lydia (Phyllis Calvert), makes some moves on her. Then there is the question of just who is the enemy agent on the project.
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James Donald
Michael Heathley
Phyllis Calvert
Lydia Heathley
Noel Willman
Dr. Dennis Bord
Herbert Lom
Dr. Alex Leon
Robert Beatty
Maj. Sam Seagram
Patric Doonan
Brian Jackson
Walter Fitzgerald
Sir Charles Craddock
Muriel Pavlow
Caroline Cartier
Maurice Denham
Prof. Carrington
Marjorie Fielding
Michael's Mother
Herbert Lomas
George Jackson
Geoffrey Denton
Fisher
Cyril Chamberlain
Inspector Carter
Hal Osmond
Agent Lawson
Caven Watson
Dr. Ferguson
Marianne Stone
Maisie
Stanley Maxted
Prof. Adams
Hartley Power
General Adams (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 5, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Asquith
- Screenplay & Story
- William Fairchild
- Original Score
- Benjamin Frankel
- Original Title
- The Net
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Two Cities Films, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Asquith
William Fairchild, John Pudney
Benjamin Frankel
Desmond Dickinson, Stanley Grant
Frederick Wilson
Antony Darnborough, Earl St. John
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Asquith
Director
Frederick Wilson
Editor
Benjamin Frankel
Original Music Composer
Desmond Dickinson
Director of Photography
Julie Harris
Costume Design
Antony Darnborough
Producer
William Fairchild
Screenplay
John Pudney
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Net
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What is The Net about?
A secret jet aircraft capable of traveling three times the speed of sound is being developed by a group of scientists. On the day of the test flight, one of the scientists dies in a mysterious accident, and there are many arguments concerning the flight itself; some think it should be ground-controlled while Heathley (James Donald) wants it to be a manned flight with himself at the controls. Conflict also arises when one of his fellow scientists, taking advantage of Heathley's lack of attention toward his wife, Lydia (Phyllis Calvert), makes some moves on her. Then there is the question of just who is the enemy agent on the project.
Who directed The Net?
The Net was directed by Anthony Asquith.
Who stars in The Net?
The principal cast of The Net includes James Donald, Phyllis Calvert, Noel Willman, Herbert Lom, Robert Beatty.
When was The Net released and how long is it?
The Net was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Net?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Net was composed by Benjamin Frankel.