The Birthday Present

The story

Returning from a business trip, toy salesman Simon Scott is caught attempting to smuggle a wristwatch bought for his wife's birthday through Customs. He is arrested and, due to a bungled defence by his solicitor, obliged to serve a three-month prison sentence. It is only the beginning of his woes; his employer, Colonel Wilson, is understanding, but he is ultimately forced to sack Simon, who discovers that finding another job under such circumstances is extremely difficult. But Colonel Wilson is determined to help his former employee find a solution.

Cast & crew

Tony BrittonSimon Scott

Sylvia SymsJean Scott

Jack WatlingBill Thompson

Walter FitzgeraldSir John Dell

Geoffrey KeenColonel Wilson

Howard Marion-CrawfordGeorge Bates

John WelshChief Customs Officer

Ian BannenJunior Customs Officer

Lockwood WestMr. Barraclough

Harry FowlerCharlie

Frederick PiperCareers Officer

Cyril LuckhamMagistrate