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The London Nobody Knows (1968): Cast

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The London Nobody Knows is a 1968 documentary directed by Norman Cohen, starring James Mason. It runs 46 minutes.

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The London Nobody Knows (1968) movie poster
Released
Runtime
46 min
Director
Norman Cohen
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The London Nobody Knows About?

The premise of The London Nobody Knows without spoilers.

Based on Geoffrey Fletcher’s book, the documentary reveals the face of swinging‑sixties London, deliberately bypassing iconic landmarks to uncover neglected corners. Narrated by James Mason, it leads viewers through derelict music halls, forgotten theatres and gritty egg‑breaking factories—showing a metropolis in decay.

The London Nobody Knows Themes & Keywords

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  • london england
  • yiddish
  • reference to jack the ripper
  • housing problem
  • swinging london
  • swinging sixties
  • public lavatory
  • abandoned theater
  • abandoned theatre
  • derelict building
  • salvation army
  • playing
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  • st. paul's cathedral london
  • time capsule
  • urban history
  • camden london
  • street
  • fruiterer
  • sketch
  • horse and carriage
  • breaking an egg
  • river thames
  • chains
  • whip
  • pub
  • dancing
  • street performer
  • costume
  • busker
  • alley
  • reference to christopher wren
  • reconstruction
  • tower bridge
  • prison
  • london bridge
  • boat
  • cargo
  • lamplighter
  • reference to gilbert and sullivan
  • savoy theatre london
  • gas lamp
  • lavatory
  • reference to billy graham
  • towel
  • fish
  • haggling
  • outdoor market
  • street market
  • roundhouse
  • railway
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Cast & crew

The London Nobody Knows Cast

James Mason stars in The London Nobody Knows. Directed by Norman Cohen.

From the director

More from Norman Cohen

More films directed by Norman Cohen: Confessions from a Holiday Camp, Stand up, Virgin Soldiers, Confessions of a Driving Instructor and Confessions of a Pop Performer.

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FAQ

The London Nobody Knows FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The London Nobody Knows, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The London Nobody Knows?

The London Nobody Knows runs 46 minutes.

When was The London Nobody Knows released?

The London Nobody Knows was released on December 19, 1968.

Who directed The London Nobody Knows?

The London Nobody Knows was directed by Norman Cohen.

More films by Norman Cohen

Who is in the cast of The London Nobody Knows?

The London Nobody Knows stars James Mason.

Does The London Nobody Knows have a post-credit scene?

No. The London Nobody Knows has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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