Daisies in December (1995) Joss Ackland and Jean Simmons

This brilliant tv movie from 1995 has never been released on DVD and illegal copies go for high prices, that's why I wanted to share this tv recording.
Mr. Carmody is a grumpy old man who's living with his son and his family and has to stay in a hotel when the family goes on a skiing holiday. Wonderful British humour.
I think this movie and As good as it Gets are the best romantic comedies ever. Must be the sarcasm, brilliant twists, story development and script, realism and the superb acting. Ackland panicking when he's forced to play "Give us a clue" and doesn't want to lose and Simmons making fun of him is one of the funniest things, but the fun starts in the second minute when Ackland rolls down his window to look at the hotel with all the disdain he has inside and rolls it back up again.
This is a recording from tv. There are some gaps in the sound and some parts have been cut, like "what would you eat but rather not" and "never underestimate the power of prayer, Mr. Carmody".
Mr. Carmody's answers are: "Dog shit. I'd rather not but if someone offered me a million pounds I probably would" and "I wouldn't dream of it".

[@carolann5338]

This movie is so wonderful.... it makes me believe that falling in love again ....is possible at ANY AGE...... Bravo to the two actors who played in this movie......!!!!

[@videofan792]

“If I don’t see my name in the obituaries, I get up” Hahaha!!

[@imanemore]

What a beautiful film. Joss Ackland, majestic as always, and the ever-gorgeous Jean Simmons. Thank you so much for posting.

[@eguirald]

Yes! She was ever-gorgeus. I admired her from the very first time I started going to the movies - in the late 1940's.

[@mrcockney-nutjob3832]

Rest well Mr. Ackland last of the great actors gone.

[@carolann5338]

Yes... rest in peace....Sir.....!!!!

[@DonnaL-xv6tu]

A genius u s

[@SherreeWilson]

Not so long ago I would not have watched this movie with the elderly people in it falling in love. Now at 74 , have found it so amazing. Have watched it twice today. You can fall in love at any age that’s for sure. ❤

[@MJ-hl1kk]

I am watching this movie and I'm 30. I have never been conscious of age - only people matter to me.

[@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits]

Yes, arent younger people sooo stupid and selfish??? They are indeed!!!!!!!!!

[@MJ-hl1kk]

@@claudettedelphis6476 Just control yourself, ew, lol

[@user-hq3fq6te4v]

very beautiful

[@gerryhouska2859]

Yes, you can. It's called the second childhood, or senile dementia. At 75, I pray it never happens to me.

[@katrinakitty52]

had me in tears....so beautifully done....when there seems to be no hope...a bit of light glimmers through the gray ...

[@katrinakitty52]

Since I posted this 8 years ago, I lost my darling husband to cancer. This is such a bittersweet movie for me now.

[@Littledove-mw1ed]

Katrinakitty, l lost my beloved soul mate in 1999. We used to watch the movie Through The Shadow lands with Joss about the true love story of C. S. lewis, who is played by this remarkable actor. I recommend it, but have your tissue box at hand--exquisitely moving about true love and loss. My husband and l watched it often...❤

[@susanfontana2018]

Katrinakitty my spouse died on Mother’s Day weekend in 2000. I feel your pain,

[@K_DZ236]

@@katrinakitty52I lost my husband of 58 years this past December, he suffered from Parkinson’s disease for years. I am still raw and miss him terribly. I’m sorry for your loss too. Thank you for posting your comments as I always read them before watching a movie, especially when it comes close to home. 💙

[@petrafried196]

Blessings to you. You are loved❤

[@Gene-dm6pm]

It’s sad when elderly people are considered an outcast in society. I understand many need assistance. This is a beautiful movie with my favorite actress Jean Simmons. This movie moves me to tears. Such beautiful, sweet, and loving moments.❤

[@user-ul3xy4bd4e]

Yes I agree with you consider an out cast ,I was running a 3bedroom he’s really lge garden decorating doing hairdressing for friends working few hours a wk mostly laundry’s cooking for an elderly man after he been in car accident babysitting over 10 babies not all at once having grandkids over in Holidays . Then I had a stroke and within a few weeks I’m put in a ward about 8 of us , looking around after coming look over the blanket they were all lied flat on their backs and few days being fed by tube and the other tube things ,I had to get out. Home and my own bed but there was a lge commode next to me 62 years young, I’m still in bed for the thanks of the drs taking my pain pills away and a few others just gone ,I as young person now I’m the old lady in that hse an outcast all through COVID I didn’t see a face I couldn’t finish training my pup she didn’t like the smell of the nurses and didn’t want to met her so she’s frightened of anyone now and I’m old old old I’m sorry be your turn too plan for it and LIVE NOW WHILE YOU CAN

[@clarethomas1677]

I stayed at the Tregenna Castle hotel earlier this month and saw all the scenes in this film. I shall definitely go back next year!

[@nancyadamson286]

I travel in my retirement. Where is this place exactly? Country and town plz ❤😊

[@metgirl5429]

Just glorious We need more of this type of movie 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸

[@margoperkins5047]

Oh my, such a lovely movie. Love is true and tender, no matter what the age.

[@deanneprock9867]

I watched this movie several years ago with my late husband . I have worked with the elderly as an occupational therapy assistant. It all rings true. Lovely film.

[@lindamanas6735]

Lying on my settee with flu watching this in 2024. What a lovely film with two acting greats. Jean Simmons was such a beauty even in later years.

[@geraldanddebbielyle5064]

What great acting! These are two fantastic people in their acting abilities that are beautifully portrayed. Absolutely the most moving and riveting movie I have ever seen in my lifetime. I am 71 years old. Thank you for this.

[@anacosta516]

I cannot get over the outstanding acting

[@eileenrosemond98]

Thank you for posting. What a warm and wonderful movie.

[@darrylreilly3915]

Thanks for posting this previously unknown GEM! Joss Ackland and Jean Simmons rarely got to play leading parts of substance in something of quality such as this

[@AnneTaylor-kk8ze]

Excellent movie, excellent script, excellent character performances

[@barbarawilliamson9685]

My favorite actress in something I never knew existed. Thank you!

[@trinathomas8333]

Good heavens..i cried like a baby.

[@Earthstein]

So glad I found this. Perfect for me.

[@kernowprincess]

A beautiful film that was made in St Ives Cornwall..and the Tregenna Castle Hotel in St Ives ...I remember when this film was made in 1995 as I was walking through the streets (with my husband at that time) of St Ives and a film crew were there making this film... sadly I never got the chance to say hello to Mr Joss Ackland..but I love this movie .....Am streaming it to my TV via my Chromecast.......Very worth watching...10/10.....

[@lucindalavelle4246]

Delightful. Brilliant acting.

[@irmarosario676]

They are the sweetest! I loved it❤

[@irmarosario676]

This is a gem! So glad I found it.

[@user-ye2ge4zo5lhennypenny]

They don't make movies or actors like this anymore!,❤🎉

[@annetteelliott1494]

I'm 78....these ladies will drive me insane!

[@peacenow42]

And their kind still exists...I recently tried our local senior center and they drove me nuts.

[@mogreen5965]

I was not sure if I liked this movie the first time through but when I paid full attention I knew I would come back and watch it often

[@denisesaunders5473]

i do like the actor playing Derek.

[@bubsybubbles5099]

Joss Ackland and Jean Simmons are so good together. Wonderfull acting and most enjoyable, Thank you

[@mariasliwinska5403]

Thank you for the great movie which gave a wonderful time, , sense of humor and lovely feelings.

[@TheAliciaruizt]

What a treat!!!!! the you!!!

[@virginiastock5518]

What a lovely little film.

[@lindashuman8510]

I love the taxi driver

[@claudettedelphis6476]

@@lindashuman8510 Yes indeed he was delightful 💫

[@doreenarmstrong8795]

I saw this film when it first came out. I alwys loved Jean Simmons. I am delighted to seer it again.

[@doreenarmstrong8795]

I saw this when ti first came out. I have aalways loved Jean Simmons. I never forgot this film and am delighted to see it again.

[@nancyadamson286]

Does coming out transmute your love of this lovely film in any way? What an odd piece of personal information to share. 😮

[@irenebrown8363]

Happy tearsindeed lovely film ❤❤❤

[@denisesaunders5473]

Rip joss and jean. Xx

[@claudettedelphis6476]

@@denisesaunders5473 They live forever in our hearts 💕

[@barbkaye2599]

Joss Ackland is a wonderful actor. Thank you for posting this.

[@Catssandra13]

That was beautiful, thanks so much for sharing this lovely film.

[@bmbutler2]

I just found this movie and love it. This is how movies (TV or large screen) used to be made. No foul language needed or graphic sex scenes. Just a sweet story done by two fantastic actors who had true chemistry. I was glad to see it provided here, but one important scene has not been included in this copy. The two main characters have a plot building scene on a tour bus that is missing. Freeve has the entire movie (except for the darn commercials you watch so much you can recite them by the 5th viewing)

[@Littledove-mw1ed]

OH! THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMMENT BMBUTLER! MY FEELINGS EXACTLY❤❤❤WELL DONE!😊

[@jasanders5877]

😢 he did say in the synopsis 😮, if you read it😱. Me myself and I had no ad's 💓💯😎 what so ever😅

[@jasanders5877]

I love the no foul language 😢sound like my Mum 😢. Still they slept together 😱😲🙄🤔 guess you felt it was discreet 😅😮

[@Gene-dm6pm]

What a beautiful movie with my favorite actress Jean Simmons. Simply wonderful movie. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@irmarosario676]

I cry every single time I watch this!

[@doreenogorman8779]

Lovely film although tinged with sadness Thank you for uploading it.

[@Scotbarra]

What a lovely film. So refreshing to find it in these days of so much trash. Great acting. Thank you for uploading it. Sheila Scotland

[@merrylmarsh9037]

A truly beautiful little movie. A stellar cast .Moving and beautifully written.

[@kevinbeckett2567]

thank you very much for the film. one of the best of British

[@Enigma19522]

Oh my, I can't believe I finally found this film!! I saw it years ago and have been trying to find out ever since....thanks SO much posting this!!

[@kris71uk]

thank you, thank you, thank you so much for putting this on. such a beautiful film

[@NielsDolieslager]

you're welcome, glad you enjoy it :D

[@Natty5256]

Niels Dolieslager love this movie...so glad you posted it cuz it's so hard to find elsewhere. Thank you!

[@throbbingtoe]

Niels Dolieslager oh hell no

[@jukes243]

True love. A touching movie. Thank you.

[@maryscott9713]

O how I enjoyed watching this movie. Thankfully there was no filth or lust or foolishness but just a mature relationship, and pure love between a man and woman. A rare and entertaining film. You would be hard pressed today to find a decent featured film even close to this one.

[@jasanders5877]

😂 oh but there WAS 🙏

[@nancyadamson286]

I feel the same. I wish if had gone on and on to new days. 😊

[@crb1939]

wonderful acting, lovely story.

[@nannyb1372]

liked this film alot , very funny when he made out hearing trouble

[@paulgrahamedwardspencer5161]

How did I miss this the first time it was shown?

[@rutheliz75]

Achingly beautiful !

[@Littledove-mw1ed]

Beautifully said Ruth!❤

[@valerietan7097]

I simply love this movie. No foul language or sex scenes. Good professional acting !!!!!!!!

[@boleyn123]

Thank you for the upload Mr. D. Lovely film and equally lovely to see Cornwall briefly again. Ta mate. Cheers.

[@BerdjouhiJeanet]

Butterflies in February ❤

[@jeffersonparis7767]

Really beautiful. I'm so glad you had shared it with us.

[@hyacinthp4882]

so wonderful,,refreshing

[@cw-s3582]

Great movie, so well crafted story by the talents of awesome cast.

[@elizabethmartin4328]

Jean Simmons played Desiree in the movie of the same name. I read the book too. Wonderful! ! ! Desiree was Napoleon's first love, before Josephine.

[@tw6237]

Thank you for such a delightful, and touching movie.

[@aggiemendoza-py4ou]

In life, some high risks are worth taking. No guarantees, that’s why it’s a risk. I’m very glad they did. However it’ll end, at least they are together, so much in love, no precious time wasted, prepared, excited, HAPPY! It’s like betting in the lottery, you are at least already 50% a winner because you took the chance! I am an optimist, a glass half full romantic. Miracles do happen after all! 😄🙏👏🏻

[@doreenjohnston7672]

to be truly loved even for a short time is better than never knowing true love at all and this film was excellent for showing that

[@pratibhapanghal]

Great story

[@gabriellew6467]

Gentle, beautiful, touching. The acting is flawless. Would we could clone a movie character and replace every taxi driver in the world with this prime example of a humorous, intelligent, kind and thoughtful person - on second thoughts, strike “taxi driver” replace with “every person”

[@MOGGS1942]

Miss Dean was played by the great actress Muriel Pawlov, who appeared in many films including 'Reach for the sky ' where she played Douglas Bader's wife. Also opposite Alec Guiness in 'The Malta Story '.

[@zedcharlie]

I saw her name in the credits. I would never have known but for that. Excellent.

[@tasscat]

What a beautiful film, wonderful story and performances, I laughed out loud and cried out loud (good tears and a couple of unhappy ones!) Absolutely perfect, thank you so much for sharing, I am very happy!

[@gina1234553]

Thank you so much I love this movie and thank you again

[@nathanwhite7831]

Oh for such acting today, superbly beautiful.

[@jasanders5877]

Brilliant, outstanding, ACTING loved it🙏 I was waiting to see them 😳😂 eat something, as they spent enough time sitting to eat😧😐🤗. Loved the Taxi driver 🤗. Cheers for this. Instead of complaining people should read, your very extensive synopsis 😮. Awesome 🙏🌺💓💯

[@marcafragili8203]

Just a great movie. Thanks for uploading it.

[@deancarter8667]

Joss was only about 66-67 here, 5-6 years younger than Mick Jagger.

[@peacenow42]

@@ria1636 Your elderly status can be diff than others if you age quicker. You are still legit elderly.

[@ria1636]

Mick Jagger was born in 1943, Joss Ackland in 1928, Jean Simmons in 1929, so they were both older than Mick Jagger. Joss and Jean were not my definition of elderly being in their sixties, although they looked much older. Great actors. RIP

[@annetteelliott1494]

Lovely movie, don't miss it.

[@madhatter909]

lovely movie, thanks.

[@elizabethbrown8833]

Life is but a dream the best is yet to come ...🌌💙

[@robertsmith-qb2ke]

Many thanks from us, too. Have been trying to find a copy for ages. My partner noticed a missing scene just before the sequence at St Michael's Mount. Presumably this was cut when Hallmark played it.

[@NielsDolieslager]

robert smith A whole scene :( I don't remember the scene, I only missed the lines I mention in the description.I hope a better version will be broadcasted and shared one day.

[@bmbutler2]

@@NielsDolieslagerunfortunately the commenter is correct. There is an important scene where they ride a tour bus to St. Michael’s Mount (what a beautiful place!). It is missing.

[@zopizopi5054]

thank you so very much for this beautiful, touching movie. I wish you would upload "Foreign Affairs" with Joanne Woodward and Brian Dennehy. Another senior love story.

[@pgnimkoff]

Ditto, warm and fuzzy.

[@nigelperring7484]

I fell in love with Jean Simmons in 1946 when she appeared in Great Expectations as Estella. She was 20 and I was 11. I have remained devoted to the lady ever since and in my opinion she was ever beautiful.

[@alteredcatscyprus]

“So the wax has waned.” 😆

[@melianna999]

I enjoy movies with elderly people since I am...going to hm. It is nice to watch people falling in love at every age. Youth past so quick. Old age ...have its needs.

[@katherinevermasinploegerat9025]

Love 💕 is such an amazing exorbitant beautiful idea.❤❤❤❤

[@Bongwater33]

grandpa" Bugger the old ladies!" grandson "Thats should brighten up their christmas!" hilarious, really!

[@petronellashirvell9120]

Beautifull

[@inaayabintmusab9612]

very nice, thank you

[@irenegronewald7745]

very lovely....., indeed thank you so much

[@earth2ujp]

Absolutely wonderful and from the heart... thank you for sharing!

[@petrafried196]

What a positive, love filled movie this was. Im in hospital with excruciating shingles, brought on by no doubt by the chemotherapy I've been endiring for the last six months. One more treatment session (this thurs and friday) and this movie is my life now. Its all in Gods hands now, and I am looking forward to spending how ever many months or years that I have left here in peace with the fact that God does truely live amongst us. I have made this journey before and successfully completed it. I am positive the outcome will be a positive, healthy one. I just went to put my hand thru my hair and alas, its all falling out now. If loosing my hair is the outcome I couldnt care less. Its love, not your appearance that matters. This movie brought that to life for me😊. God bless us all❤

[@lindabradford4918]

What a wonderful movie!!

[@rubymcclain5078]

The best of the best. Growing old still has some surprises. Some not so good as this movie depicts but some good days. And a few tissues later… a fine movie for seniors ❤❤❤

[@mountolympus6959]

British are making the best movies by far.

[@suesaville3160]

❤❤Loved this thank you

[@TomTom-df9ph]

My third time of watching, a huge favourite, I could watch it over and again.

[@Colette-hw7rc]

I was in tears with this film, happy tears. Thanks for posting 😊

[@mamaloves8995]

What a Heart Touching movie.. 💗 Thanks So Much for Sharing!..

[@lisaangb8193]

What a beautiful film ❤. Thank you.

[@marysmith8876]

Lovely thank you ❤

[@TheAliciaruizt]

Thank you !!!!!!!!

[@susannaude8514]

Beautiful story. Love Is Hope!!.

[@RINAKEYSER]

I laughed and I cried. What an extraordinary film. Just simply beautiful. It warmed my heart for I realised we all need and crave that kind of love. Not what they nowadays call love which involves just the physical but to love in a way that fills your whole being. After being on my own for 21 years now, I'm still hoping for my soulmate. And if it doesn't, I won't fill my life with less, then I'd rather stay alone until I am no more.