The morning started with the news of Bernard Cribbins dying at 93. The news was a hard pill to take, as the actor has been there for a very long time. His stardom stayed for over seven decades! Cribbins was the true example of getting out of coming out of nowhere and forming a huge empire of oneself. The actor started working at 14 and remained on screen till his last breaths. At the age of 20, he became a national actor and won numerous awards. Recently, Cribbins was titled the ‘British Icon of the Week’ on BBC America. He also entertained cartoons and T.V. commercials using his talent for voiceovers. Unfortunately, the actor was diagnosed with Prostate cancer in 2009. Please read all about this legend in the article and don’t forget to watch his Top 5 movies.
Top 5 Popular Movies of Bernard Cribbins
1. The Railway Children
The Railway Children is a British family drama film released in 1970. Moreover, the leading roles in the film were taken up by Sally Thomsett and Bernard Cribbins. The film had immense success right from its release date to later years. This film received three nominations at the 24th British Academy Film Awards ceremony. The film has also been made into a sequel titled, The Railway Children Return, which was released on July 15th, 2022.
2. Frenzy
This movie was another hit on the British Film chart. The movie was ‘R’ rating. To be exact, the story of this movie revolves around the idea of a commenter trying to find the real rapist-murderer. At the same time, the police are on red alert to catch the necktie murderer. Another remarkable aspect of this movie is that it marks the return of Master of Suspense to England after 20 years. This is one of the best movies by Bernard Cribbins.
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3. The Mouse On The Moon
This movie is a very funny movie from 1959. The story plot sounds like an entire nation contacting American and Soviet countries for funds to put into their space execution programs. When, in reality, all they wanted the money was for fixing up the plumbing issues. Meanwhile, the only real scientist in the nation gets the duty of making a space shuttle.
4. Carry on Spying
Carry on Spying is an amazing thriller movie. The story is based on the stealing of a top-secret chemical formula. The later part of the movie involves Agent Simpkins and his three trainees chasing villains and suspects worldwide. The real thrill spikes when the characters use gadgets and disguise to get a hold of the bad guys.
5. Daleks: Invasion Earth 2150 A.D.
Do you follow Marvel Cinematic Universe? If yes, don’t miss this movie. The story of this movie is fairly simple but twisty. The year shown here is 2150 AD. Dr. Who and his companions arrive on Earth and realize that the dreaded Daleks enslave the population.
Let’s watch these movies together to honor the legacy of Bernard Cribbins. We thank him for giving us these beautiful movies, and T.V. shows to watch.
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