Account Rendered (1957) | Directed by Peter Graham Scott

Account Rendered is a British crime thriller centered on the murder of a wealthy woman. Suspicion immediately falls on her husband, but as Inspector Marshall investigates, layers of deceit, betrayal, and hidden motives are revealed. The story unfolds as a classic whodunit with noir elements, showcasing post-war British suspense filmmaking.

Genre: Crime thriller / Mystery

Director: Peter Graham Scott

Peter Graham Scott (1923–2007) was a British film and television director, editor, and producer. He worked across genres but became especially known for his efficiency in low-budget features and later for his extensive television career. His credits include directing episodes of The Avengers, The Onedin Line, and The Prisoner, where his sharp pacing and visual flair were evident.

Star Cast:

Griffith Jones as Robert Morley

Ursula Howells as Lucille Morley

Honor Blackman as Sarah Hayward

Peter Reynolds as Peter

Guy Rolfe as Paul Delaney

Allan Cuthbertson as Inspector Marshall

At the time of release, the film was seen as a solid but modestly budgeted British thriller. Audiences enjoyed the suspense and strong performances, particularly from Honor Blackman, who would later rise to fame in The Avengers and as Pussy Galore in Goldfinger. Critics described it as a competent entry in the cycle of 1950s British crime dramas, though not a standout.

Fun Facts:

The film was based on a novel by Pamela Barrington.

It was one of several crime thrillers produced in Britain during the 1950s that combined domestic drama with police procedural elements.

Honor Blackman’s appearance in this film came just a few years before her breakout television role as Cathy Gale in The Avengers.

Peter Graham Scott, though less known for feature films, went on to become a respected television director with a long career in British TV.

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