Movie

The History of Mr. Polly

“Based on the novel by H.G. Wells.”

★ 7.5(11)19491h 35m

The History of Mr. Polly is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store in United Kingdom. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Anthony Pelissier
Release date: 1949-02-08
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Two Cities Films

About The History of Mr. Polly

The History of Mr. Polly is a 1949 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Anthony Pelissier, starring John Mills, Betty Ann Davies and Megs Jenkins. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The History of Mr. Polly in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Quiet and somewhat direction-less, Alfred Polly uses the money he inherits from his father to marry and to set up shop in a small town. His heart is in neither of these enterprises and he eventually resorts to desperate measures to break free. His random wanderings in the countryside lead him to a new opportunity that just might be what he's been looking for all along.

Cast

John Mills

Alfred Polly

Betty Ann Davies

Miriam Larkins Polly

Megs Jenkins

The Innkeeper

Finlay Currie

Uncle Jim

Gladys Henson

Aunt Larkins

Diana Churchill

Annie Larkins

Shelagh Fraser

Minnie Larkins

Edward Chapman

Mr. Johnson

Dandy Nichols

Mrs. Johnson

Sally Ann Howes

Christabel

Juliet Mills

Little Polly

Laurence Baskcomb

Mr. Rumbold

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The History of Mr. Polly in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, The History of Mr. Polly is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The History of Mr. Polly on Netflix?+

The History of Mr. Polly is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is The History of Mr. Polly?+

The History of Mr. Polly has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The History of Mr. Polly?+

The History of Mr. Polly stars John Mills, Betty Ann Davies, Megs Jenkins, Finlay Currie and Gladys Henson.

When did The History of Mr. Polly come out?+

The History of Mr. Polly is a 1949 movie directed by Anthony Pelissier.

What genre is The History of Mr. Polly?+

The History of Mr. Polly is Drama film.

Who directed The History of Mr. Polly?+

The History of Mr. Polly was directed by Anthony Pelissier.