The History of Mr. Polly

Genre: drama

Year Published: 1949

Creator: Anthony Pelissier

Credits: Cast: John Mills, Sally Ann Howes

Description: Alfred Polly (John Mills) finds it hard to find a job after his father's death. He marries a cousin and runs a drapery in Fishbourne, England. He decides to commit suicide but also sets his shop ablaze in the hope that the insurance will assure Miriam's prosperity. He botches the arson job and, instead of killing himself, rescues an elderly neighbour and becomes a minor celebrity.

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