Retrospective Screening

The Man in the White Suit (1951)

1hr 25 mins

Alexander Mackendrick

Alec Guinness, Cecil Parker, Ernest Thesiger, Joan Greenwood, Michael Gough

Premiere Status

Retrospective Screening

Countries

Language

English

Run Time

1hr 25 minutes

Enhanced Access

Overview

Part of the

Special Events and Retrospectives

strand.

In this classic Ealing comedy, Alec Guiness stars as a brilliant young chemist who is determined to create a fabric that will never stain or wear out. But he and his invention fall foul of factory workers and management who worry he will put them out of business. Presented here in a stunning new 4K restoration from StudioCanal, this classic British satire remains as fresh and funny as ever.

– Paul Ridd

Showtimes

Tue 19 Aug 2025 | 16:00
85 mins – EIFF @ Filmhouse Screen 3 Get Tickets

The Venue

Filmhouse

88 Lothian Road, EH3 9BZ

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