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The Chest

ComedyDrama
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1997-04-12
50m
English
Released
Granada Television

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Comedy drama about John Croft (Neil Morrissey), a failed businessman who is heavily in debt when he finds a wallet which contains a map which he later finds could lead him to hidden treasure. He decides to search for the treasure alone, but Roland Blood (Jim Carter), a dealer in naval antiquities, is not far behind. Croft follows the clues on the map from a castle to a church to a seaside promotory and finds the spot where the treasure was buried is the site of a new beachside housing development. He tries to buy the house, but his bank manager does not look kindly on his proposal and his wife is about to discover that he re-mortgaged her home. He decides to take drastic action…

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Stream The Chest online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about comedy and drama movie originally produced in English and released in 1997, it's earned a solid 0.0/10 from 0 viewers worldwide.

About The Chest

Comedy drama about John Croft (Neil Morrissey), a failed businessman who is heavily in debt when he finds a wallet which contains a map which he later finds could lead him to hidden treasure. He decides to search for the treasure alone, but Roland Blood (Jim Carter), a dealer in naval antiquities, is not far behind. Croft follows the clues on the map from a castle to a church to a seaside promotory and finds the spot where the treasure was buried is the site of a new beachside housing development. He tries to buy the house, but his bank manager does not look kindly on his proposal and his wife is about to discover that he re-mortgaged her home. He decides to take drastic action… Running 50 minutes.

The Chest Cast and Characters

The cast features Helen Bennett (as Mrs. Cooke), Tony Bluto (as Kenny Thurblik), Jim Carter (as Roland Blood), Richard Dixon (as Paul), and Soo Drouet (as Mrs. Thurblik). Their performances are a major reason The Chest has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Chest

The Chest flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch The Chest online for free?

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How long is The Chest?

The Chest runs for 50 minutes (about 0.8 hour).

Is The Chest good? What's the rating?

The Chest holds a 0.0/10 rating based on 0 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of The Chest?

The main cast includes Helen Bennett, Tony Bluto, Jim Carter, and Richard Dixon, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Chest available in English?

Yes — The Chest was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Chest released?

The Chest was released in 1997.

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What is The Chest about?

The Chest is a Comedy/Drama English-language film. Comedy drama about John Croft (Neil Morrissey), a failed businessman who is heavily in debt when he finds a wallet which contains a map which he later finds could lead him to hidden treasure. He decides to search for the treasure alone, but Roland Blood (Jim Carter), a dealer in naval antiquities, is not far behind. Croft follows the clues on the map from a castle to a church to a seaside promotory and finds the spot where the treasure was buried is the site of a new beachside housing development. He tries to buy the house, but his bank manager does not look kindly on his proposal and his wife is about to discover that he re-mortgaged her home. He decides to take drastic action…

When was The Chest released?

The Chest was released on April 12, 1997. It has a runtime of 50m. The film was produced by Granada Television.

Who stars in The Chest?

The Chest stars Helen Bennett, Tony Bluto, Jim Carter and Richard Dixon. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Chest available in HD?

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