The Bells Go Down (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1943, The Bells Go Down is a drama and war film directed by Basil Dearden, running about 89 minutes. “Fire Scenes That Scorch the Screen in a 5-Alarm Thriller!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Comedian Tommy Trinder plays it straight in this tribute to the wartime AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service). The dedicated band who kept the fires of London under control during the blitz and fire bombings of WWII.
Who’s in it. The Bells Go Down stars Tommy Trinder as Tommy Turk, James Mason as Ted Robbins, Philip Friend as Bob and Mervyn Johns as Sam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Bells Go Down has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bells Go Down page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bells Go Down tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bells Go Down (1943)?
- In GB, The Bells Go Down is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Bells Go Down worth watching?
- The Bells Go Down holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Bells Go Down?
- The Bells Go Down stars Tommy Trinder, James Mason, Philip Friend, Mervyn Johns and William Hartnell.
- When was The Bells Go Down released?
- The Bells Go Down was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.