THE RAILWAY CHILDREN - 'Now and Then' Documentary

A beloved British classic that is 50 years old this year, watch the 'Now and Then' documentary now
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[@paulfromdevon4707]

RIP Bernard. Shed a tear this morning. There throughout my life and particularly my childhood - Dr Who, Carry On, Wombles, Jackanory and many, many others. But it was the Railway Children that will be my favourite of his performances. Humour, pathos, kindness and the sort of lovable, funny uncle we'd all love. An absolute legend. 'Let Perks be about it!'

[@bigblue6917]

Funnily enough I was thinking about him just a couple of days ago. As things go he has had a very interesting life and successful career. And I am very sad at his passing.

[@GothicKittyMadness]

who?

[@shaneraines2094]

Can you remeber him doing the Hornby train adverts?

[@tikkathreebarrels]

"Daddy, my daddy" pulls me apart every time. Lovely.

[@waysidetavern]

What a lovely tribute to a great British story & film. As usual I shed a few tears at Jenny Agutter's "Daddy, my Daddy" scene. Thank you to all the Oakworth residents and surrounding areas, for sharing your scenic landscape.

[@moodyblue1964]

The most beautiful and sweet film ever made IMO. I cannot get through this without shedding buckets of tears almost every time I watch it. Even the clips here get me all emotional!

[@samguberman2288]

Watched it again yesterday , thank goodness I was alone in my flat no-one could see a grown man cry .

[@chairmakerPete]

Ha ha! Me too!! Cannot ever get through that "daddy, my daddy" scene... I'm from 1964 too - perhaps out generation is too sentimental?!!!

[@samguberman2288]

Me too

[@chascarpenter5006]

Whole film gets me, so emotional, yes wet eyes too, love every second of it xx.

[@Mark64W]

I can only make a very short comment as I get so tearful watching this . In my opinion one of the best films ever made , and I really look forward to the sequel ( in July 2022 ) .

[@stevew1669]

Beautiful! A lovely tribute to one of the greatest British films ever made. Always brings a tear!

[@johnrees]

A smashing film is that a great cast everything is spot on ........ pure heaven to watch over and over again.

[@RichardWells1]

Excellent documentary. Enchanting film. (I was at the Press launch of the film and met Lionel Jefferies and Bryan Forbes.) So pleased it has entertained so many generations.

[@mainlandtoisland7260]

RIP Benard cribbins you will always be a legend in my eyes.

[@Chris-pv2ht]

Such a lovely film, timeless classic. When I think of this film it always reminds me for Bernard Cribbins, RIP sir.

[@nigelkthomas9501]

I’ve never been able to watch this film without bursting into tears at the end! I just so love it! 😜😭

[@Mark64W]

Love and loyalty in films is just a killer my friend . If you drop a paving slab on your foot and break every toe , you would curse and swear like crazy , but watch a film like this and you just can't control your emotions .

[@peterm1826]

😒

[@robertallen3441]

Oh, its not just me then (male 64 years old)

[@robertallen3441]

" Daddy my Daddy"

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Rest in peace Bernard you will be sadly missed by us all

[@koko2bware]

My Grandpa and my Pa were both Railway men! My childhood memories in 1960s were in similar surroundings like, railway homes, railway station, railway yard, railtracks, steel bridges, steam locomotives, and the strong smell of diesel!! Simply unforgettable!

[@Darwenhypnotherapy]

My mum took me to see the film when I was around 8 years old at a local cinema,loved it then,still do,I was at Oakworth station last weekend and bought the double DVD from there of The Railway children and the Railway children return,was a cold day,but the coal fire was lit in the waiting room,so I spent some time in there reminiscing before getting the return train to Oxenhope.

[@alanedwards8171]

I've always been mesmerized by Jenny Agutter's voice, she's really beautiful and I have watched this movie countless times and will watch it again now...

[@MarkHenstridge]

The Railway Children TV show was shown here in Australia for the first time when I was very young, then the movie came out. My dear old mother took me to see it, I was ten years old. My children have also seen it, thanks to video's. The Railway Children is in my top five movies, such a damn good wholesome movie that appeals to all ages. Thank you for posting this short doco

[@wenglishsal]

I believe I must have been about 8, when I first saw 'The Railway Children' for the 1st time.. I have always loved it, it still makes me cry, to this day. Lionel Jefferies was always an easy watch in any film he appeared in, usually playing a gruff authority type, but with humour in the performance. But his time he was behind the camera and did a splendid job, and he also was the Director on 2 other classics that I love, The Water Babies and The Amazing Mr Blunden. All the Actors and Actresses were fantastic.. Bernard Cribbins was for me the perfect casting of Perks, he just absorbed the role and it fit him like a glove. Dinah Sheridan, as the children's amazingly strong Mother, (adored her in 'Genevie'), was perfection, and of course Jenny, Sally and Gary. I still can't quite believe that Sally was old enough to drink in a pub, but played a 12yr old brilliantly. I have to say that just now after watching this, 'The Old Gentleman's' voice just tweaked an ancient memory of an Advert too.. Remember the 'Well he does make Exceedingly Good Cakes' tag line in the Mr Kipling Ads, of the 70's and 80's. Happy happy memories .. :D

[@MrRawMonkey]

One of my favourite films. I watched it again this week as it was on the TV

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

Unfortunately it's never shown in the USA.

[@davegalea6689]

it's the best Children's film ever. I saw the film many times in the 70's and I've got it on DVD now. it's such a Beautiful film and it brings a tear to my eye watching this.

[@iancanavan2324]

Hi Dave. Yeah I feel the same about the film.👍 I think I’ll buy it on DVD as well.

[@dazauto1400]

People that put 2 spaces between words on a keyboard scare me.

[@davegalea6689]

@@dazauto1400 What is your problem? idiot.

[@musgrave6886]

beautiful film. then 20 year old sally thomsett playing 11 year old phyllis is amazing.

[@baggy1067]

Beautiful music to a most gentile story. “Daddy my daddy” 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@bilko529]

Im 57 and i still choke up when i see the bit on the station when jenny agutter shouts my daddy. What a softie i am

[@tonycritcher3419]

That was a great insight to all those that contributed to this wonderful film. As a family, we never tire of watching it. A Timeless Classic!

[@jeremycook3397]

I saw this film when I was a boy back in the 1970s and even today at 60 years old I always cry at the ending.

[@tonycritcher3419]

@@jeremycook3397 Nothing wrong with crying! Nobody is embarrassed to laugh at a comedy, why not shed tears when a film tugs at the heartstrings! 'The little Prince' gets me too! oh, and 'The green mile'!

[@angelvids6024]

Beautiful timeless story. I watch this film probably about once every decade or so. Just happened to watch it again yesterday and found this :)

[@garysimpson3900]

Beautiful film: just watched it again on 5th December 2020.

[@joshleach4651]

British Cinema at his finest

[@wailer27]

please let us know what time you watched it, since you seem to think we're all so interested in the exact date as well...

[@Beetlefan]

@@wailer27 sarcasm is the lowest form of wit!

[@nitram_nosnibor]

What a wonderful film, every minute of it. I just don't understand why people click the thumb down icon! Double thumb up for me....

[@alexandrainnes6142]

How lovely!

[@stephenkinsley2483]

a guy who i worked with afterwards who was working his notice before emigrating to canada at the time the film was being made, told me he decided to take a day off and go and have a look at the filming, they offered him a job on construction and he was the one who wound the tree down the hillside on rails with a little winch when the trackside collapsed, he never went back to his daytime job he was having so much fun with the cast, they did ask him to stay with the crew but he was emigrating so he had to go and regretted not being able to stay to this day.

[@bobcannell7603]

I hosted Jennie Agutter and Sally Thomsett in the old gentleman's saloon coach in 1995 for the 25th anniversary celebration. Garry Warren couldnt make it. Sally was fun, quite 'pickled' on the champers and having a good time with everyone. Jennie was something else. Every time I tried to make polite conversation with her and looked her in the eye, I just forgot what I was intending to say and couldn't get any words out. All the other 40 something men were the same. She seemed oblivious to the effect she was having on us and regal, like royalty, and friendly in the same untouchable way. I had to look past her to talk to her. So rarely have I met people that hypnotic. The train ride was nice too with lots of people waving from the trackside . Some dressed up like the children. The main event and audience was at Oakworth station. I (pointlessly) introduced the two actors. Sally made us giggle with stories of how she would slip off set for a drink in the pub to be told she was too young and how odd it seemed to have her boyfriend visit and stay with her when she was supposed to be eleven. Jennie wowed the crowd. I cant remember what she said but everyone listened silently and raptly as she quietly talked and then loud applause as they were driven away together ( in a car unfortunately). A memorable day.

[@stephenmorse8811]

Having met her 3 times at Railway Children events, I can fully corroborate the 'Jenny effect'. When I say 'met', I mean that we had very brief conversations. She is totally unassuming and when she flashes that smile . . . ! Watch the very end of 'Walkabout' to see her eyes at their most captivating.

[@charliepeebles2531]

Brilliant anecdote.

[@wailer27]

to all, don't be taken in by this story of 'hosting for the stars'... it's all a delusion unfortunately, i've checked it out

[@moodyblue1964]

@@wailer27 I've always found that to be taken in by strangers on the internet trying to disclaim something without a shred of proof is rather foolish. That's why I think you are talking complete bullshit. (y)

[@eliotreader8220]

I am so happy that they are have now done a new film where the original one was made. in the trailer I see that the goods siding appears in it. I love how Jennie is reprising her role as Roberta in it.

[@shaunbritton939]

Brilliant film

[@rodneycooperLMSCoach]

It was a beautiful quintessentially English film that only we can make. Always remember it.

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

The kind of film that will never ever be made again. Did you see the recent awful remake?

[@rodneycooperLMSCoach]

@@golden.lights.twinkle2329 Wouldn't dream of watching a re-make by people who have the imagination of a gnat.Similarly I would never watch re-makes of two other amazing British films, Cromwell and A man for all Seasons.

[@tonywright8294]

The woke version ! With the black?

[@rodneycooperLMSCoach]

@@tonywright8294 That sounds great Tony. I can see it now ..many ethnic religions blowing up the tracks and sabotaging the engines while a big fat mama with a southern drawl claims her kids do no wrong.

[@martinlguzman7711]

Lovely movie but I love each version of this story !!

[@flybobbie1449]

It probably did a lot of good for heritage railways all over the country. I can remember going to early opening of the Severn valley railway, that would be early 70's.

[@fasthracing]

Along with Chitty Chitty Bang Bang my fave film from my child hood.

[@chrismercer1662]

My Grandad was the the band's trombonist.

[@lukegreen5341]

Awesome Behind The Scenes Look About The Railway Children The Movie In 1970. This Is Before Thomas The Tank Engine And Friends The Original Series In 1984. Thanks Mate. X

[@Daracdor]

" Thank you Mr Perks " ❤

[@robertpayne6366]

Why didn't Lionel Jefferies direct more films? In the scene when the father comes back you get a brilliant shot of Bobbie's feet coming off the ground followed by a wonderful freeze frame. Great film.

[@Daracdor]

He directed 3 of my favourite childhood movies .. The Water Babies ....The Amazing Mr. Blunden and of course the Railway Children

[@ashleyscottthomas6633]

It's a shame that the entertainment world as run out of ideas of new shows and film and has to remake classic icon and trash them with their new take always the original for me

[@jazzman1626]

@19:27 to 19:34 this part that the kind old gentleman said, is one of my favourite bits and is so true.

[@lnerrules-iw6ry]

A superb film. My favourite film all time, No bad language etc. It put the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway well on the map. I have watched The Railway Children Return. It was ok, but it wasn't my cup of tea. However for the squel film they used the right type of Steam Locos.

[@steamgent4592]

Enjoyed this film alot, shared it with my kids and as they were growing up Jenny played the role of the mom in the remake which I also enjoyed very much. Titfield and both versions of the Railway children are permanently apart of my collection.

[@greatwesternproductions2857]

And now there’s to be a sequel set during WW2 starring Jenny as well as Sheridan Smith and Sir Tom Courtney - hurray!

[@raymondfunnel6856]

I saw this live on stage at Waterloo Station in London with Stephen Beckett of the Bill in it

[@robnewman6101]

R.I.P Bernard Joseph Cribbins.

[@robnewman6101]

⛪⚰️✝️➕💐😢🇬🇧

[@NoirFan84]

Jenny Agutter. 😍 Female perfection personified.

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

I had a crush on her for years after watching "The Railway Children".

[@robertallen3441]

Hands off she's mine. Great in Walkabout, Logans Run, The Eagle has Landed and many more.

[@hoof2001]

Was surprised to learn recently that Sally Tomlinson was 21 when this was filmed. Contractually banned from smoking or drinking on set. The film that gives giving

[@flybobbie1449]

Bernard said he was sent to nightclubs to drag them out, because of filming next day.

[@eddiecollins453]

Great, I'd love to see

[@michaelcollett1175]

enjoy the video, also heard the locals talk about the film, like the film purchase on dvd, with my family visited and ride on the railway, as was on holiday in yorkshire

[@carolinegray3150]

I am watching again

[@tofty21]

Bob Cryer, a great man!

[@davechalmers7175]

Did anyone else notice towards the end there was what looked like a mini minor traveling along the road in the background.

[@itkapatanka]

Wonderful. Last week we saw The Railway Children Return. It was absolutely awful. It seemed like it was written by 12 year olds.

[@seanpendulum5121]

Agree...a real disappointment...

[@neza6268]

I know this from the novel, great book i shall say

[@carolinegray3150]

I have got the railway children video,nice video

[@ErnieCG]

I have the video of the railway children and saw the film too

[@siegfried923]

By far the best version ever made though did enjoy the BBC version which came first The remake with Richard Attenborogh was an awful sham version!!

[@hminchella7423]

calm and gentle film watched multiple times. Jerpanski? Illustrates how Russian authorities treat their own people.

[@lizaluk]

Children should not be commercialized just let them know upon willing to earn.

[@tonywright8294]

The woman at the beginning what a stunner.

[@tonybest9307]

i made the oak tree that fell on the tracks.

[@bostonblackie9503]

Bernard Cribbens died a few days ago. RIP!

[@Dallas-Nyberg]

RIP Bernard Cribbins Interesting trivia... Sally Thomsett, who played Jenny Agutter's younger sister, was actually twenty years old at the time. Sally is two years older than Jenny.

[@karloschaos]

Love the story about William Mervyn demanding 12 pints. That's what being in Hull for 4 years does to a man.

[@carolinegray3150]

Good video

[@archieindoorschallis2885]

Does anyone know who played as mr james the one who gives the children a gift or present.

[@clairegeddes8637]

Wooooo

[@countteddy]

im intears every time ........."daddy my daddy "..

[@darylcheshire1618]

Aww clickbait, I wanted to see a bright yellow pannier tank.

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

Jenny Agutter and Sally Thomsett were fabulous in this film. One of the best films for children ever made. Sally went on to co-star in the TV series "Man About the House". What a shame they had to ruin this story with the recent woke remake. Another fine children's film is "Swallows and Amazons" but that features boats rather than railways.

[@djburland]

I am going in September

[@malinhessedahl]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@212MPH]

a great film that never needed remarking. especially the woke grooming version.

[@hamishmcpenguin603]

Mummy - Why is Daddy in prison? ..Because he's Charlie Endell .. Where else would he be?

[@jazzman1626]

😂😂😂

[@capcompass9298]

I wonder how much Melox Dog Food paid for the advertising

[@robnewman6101]

I hope Mother doesn't get too wet! We don't want her ill again! It's like being in a sieged castle. The arrows & the bows striking agenist the battlements. Its more like a great big garden squirt. You're a great big garden squirt. Thank you. Stop it you two! There's a train coming! Oakworth Station.

[@skippyripley1239]

Another non entity MP still grasping for fame & attention on the back of hard working actors & actresses doing a fantastic job...

[@jandrew0639]

When England use to be for the English.

[@TrangPakbaby]

What’s it for now?

[@jandrew0639]

Freeloading criminals.

[@DavidWoods-rk8st]

In 1960s no internet no texts no mobile phone or computers old crossley buses fussy woman from 1950s etc

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

And girls wore 'bloomers'.

[@robertallen3441]

@@golden.lights.twinkle2329 And red petticoats

[@rhodagogo5349]

Dream

[@seigneurjesuistoipshaw.5359]

Ironically, it would be criticised for having a lack of diversity these days… 🤪👁

[@tominnis8353]

Mrs Anne Cryer: one of the many MPs who was shamefully, but thankfully exposed for abusing her expenses claims on a London flat. What a self-righteous stalwart example of the Labour party and its values she was!

[@johntyjp]

The mistake in the film was that the side tank engine wasn't made until after World War One, probably in the 20s or 30s!!! 🤨

[@Wotsitorlabart]

Well, that's bloody ruined it!

[@davids8449]

Over and poor acting with it being over dramatised makes it very silly......I got my copy free with a newspaper.....may turn it into an ashtray or watch it every 35 years