Syn the scarecrow of romney marsh on dvd as part of their treasures series. Syn, a priest by day and a pirate called scarecrow ala robin hood, at night. The issue sold out in three weeks, but as of february 17, 2009 the dvd was made. It is a battle both of wits and action that the scarecrow must win to save not. Christopher syn the scarecrow in walt disneys scarecrow of romney marsh, dr. Only his closet associates hellspite and the curlew knew that scarecrow is in fact dr. The scarecrow of romney marsh the story of the mask by paul f. Syn, the vicar of dymchurch parish in southern englands romney marsh. The scarecrow of romney marsh 1964 dvd has terrific music, story and action. Brian, if you like patrick mcgoohan at all from danger man, you will enjoy dr syn. Syn, a country priest leads a rebel band against the kings naval press gangs. Patrick mcgoohan, george cole, michael hordern, tony britton, sean.
Syn alias the scarecrow walt disney presents the scarecrow of romney marsh starring patrick mcgoohan as dr. Phillip brackenbury was sitting nearby, and had helped dr. With patrick mcgoohan, george cole, tony britton, michael hordern. Syn is a priest by day and a pirate called scarecrow, ala robin hood, at night. Syn mentions that the scarecrow helped harry when dr. He seems to have one close call after another but its always exciting and full. Mcgoohans protagonist here is a man of two identities. Patrick mcgoohan, george cole, tony disney movie from hard to find.
Syn is beloved in the memories of people who as children saw the program in its three parts on television in the early 1960s. Syn, alias the scarecrow 1963 full movie by thebluraygeek. St clements church in old romney doubled as dr syns dymchurch parish. Syn seems pleasant but we soon learn that he has a sinister past. The scarecrow of romney marsh will surely be one of disneys more successful treasures releases. This is so weird to watch because my town is where dr syn originated from so seeing a full disney film of it is so surreal.
St clements church in old romney doubled as dr syns dymchurch. The scarecrows hearty laugh and theme song are key childhood memories for the same fan base that worships the prisoner the cult tv show that also stars patrick mcgoohan. The scarecrow of romney marsh public group facebook. Syn was the vicar of dymchurch and dean of peculiars in romney marsh, kent, england. Eventually, in 1975, disney did release a movie, known as dr. The scarecrow of romney marsh, from walt disneys wonderful world. There have been 3 films made with the doctor syn character. At one time he was the vicious pirate captain clegg and he is also the mysterious scarecrow of romney marsh, masked leader of the local smugglers. The scarecrow of romney marsh to anyone who likes this kind of film. Syn alias the scarecrow 1963 part 1 opening credits.
Syn the scarecrow of romney marsh dvd remains a disney classic and holds up well 50 years after its initial tv run. The scarecrow of romney marsh 1964 dvd region 1 us. The scarecrow of romney marsh, in my opinion, is the best of the produced in england shows disney. Syn, alias the scarecrow the scarecrow of romney marsh. The scarecrow of romney marsh 1964 kent film office. George arliss plays doctor syn in this, his last film. Press gangs impressment roam the country side beating young men into submission or unconsciousness, usually at local inns and pubs, in order to enslave them in the royal british navy. Its a 196263 movie and the remastering seems to show some haloing and artifacts.
Syn alias the scarecrow aka the scarecrow of romney marsh. The scarecrow of romney marsh walt disney treasures. The scarecrow another great mcgoohan role, i think for disney. Syn alias the scarecrow 1963 see more classic movie site with rare images no web grabs.
This disney drama, originally broadcast as a threepart tv episode, tells the story of a vicars double life. Christopher syn by day and the fearsome scarecrow of romney marsh by nightis wonderfully portrayed by the great actor patrick. Also, the highly pleasurable theme song is one of the best. Syn the scarecrow of romney marsh dvd 1964 2 disc set. Syn entered the dungeon as himself, dressed as the petty officer from the naval picket. The scarecrow of romney marsh was one of the most requested disney titles ever. Syn, alias the scarecrow the scarecrow of romney marsh 1963 dvd region 1 playable in north america the us, canada, mexico, etc. Jan 10, 2020 the scarecrow of romney marsh mburnhors.
This twodisc dvd set captures all the magic of the original airing on tv in 1964 and the later release of the movie as a feature film for the uk audience. In this story we are introduced to the complex christopher syn, the kindly vicar of the little town of dymchurch. The scarecrow of romney marsh walt disney treasures by walt. Featuring exclusive introductions by film historian. The scarecrow of romney marsh, in my opinion, is the best of the produced in england shows disney produced at this time. This has been given the full disney treatment with a perfect print5. Syn alias the scarecrow, dr syn pirate and romantic. At one time he was the vicious pirate captain clegg and he is also the mysterious scarecrow of romney marsh. Syn, alias the scarecrow, must find a way to protect his smuggling band not only from. For a three episode show that was not rerun much,it is very well remembered. The scare crow of romney marsh, great movie back then still relevant today. The magical world of disney the scarecrow of romney marsh. For more information about kents filming history please visit our movie map.
Group of custom dolls featuring the scarecrow of romney marsh with his henchmen hellspite, and curlew the owl. This welcome addition to the walt disney treasures line does full justice to one. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Syn, alias the scarecrow and many more full length movies from the best streaming services online. The scarecrow of romney marsh part i intro by joseph vagasky. Syn and sir thomas are discussing harrys escape from dover castle. Anderson i think most of us who grew up watching the disney sunday television show can fondly remember the scarecrow of romney marsh. Syn, doctor syn, captain clegg, smuggling in kent, day of syn, terry anthony, st. Not only but also because of the covid19 virus problem a growing list of titles are available as digital downloads.
This doll was custom made, sculpted, and the clothes handmade. On the dover coast in the 1760s, king georges army is unable to curtail smuggling activities because the overtaxed locals are openly aiding a mysterious masked outlaw called the scarecrow. This disney 2 dvd collection, the scarecrow of romney marsh tells the story of a late 1700s robin hood, dr. At night men dress in the eerie garb of the marsh phantoms, and take their orders from the sinister scarecrow. On the dover coast in the 1760s, king georges army is unable to curtail smuggling activities. Gangs of smugglers roaming the romney marsh by the moonlight, organised by dr. If phillip overheard, it should have told him just who the scarecrow was. That doesnt detract from the enjoyment of finally being able to again watch patrick mcgoohan as the scarecrow of romney marsh after so many years. Syn, alias the scarecrow aka the scarecrow of romney marsh all rights belong to the walt disney corporation uk release date. The miniseries version was originally shown on the disney anthology television series and shown again, unedited, in the 1990s on the disney channel. His battle against the british soldiers, even the king himself is a legendary tale, portrayed by patrick mcgoohan who recently passed away. This twodisc dvd set captures all the magic of the original airing on tv in 1964 and the later release of the movie. I began this project in july 2000, and worked at it, on and off, until january 2003.
The issue sold out in three weeks, but as of february 17, 2009 the dvd was made available for members of the disney movie. On november 11, 2008, the walt disney company released a limited pressing of 39,500 issues of the scarecrow of romney marsh in dvd format for the first time as a part of the walt disney treasures collection, and was now titled dr. The scarecrow of romney marsh 1963 was produced for the. Disc two features a segment about the british films that launched disneys. Syn the scarecrow of romney marsh 1964 dvd classic. These dolls are sculpted by myself, with custom made costumes, with additional spare p. The scarecrow of romney marsh revisits the basic plot of an old george arliss movie, dr. The scarecrow of romney marsh, russell thorndike, based dr. I really wish that disney had made more films of the scarecrow for us scarecrow. Probably the best known is the walt disney film made of the character which starred patrick mcgoohan in the title role, known either as the scarecrow of romney marsh or dr syn, alias the scarecrow. The doctor syn stories capture the imagination of young and old alike. The rest of the cast was solid, too, as was the historical detailing, and the costumes and scenery were nicely done. The scarecrow of romney marsh 1963 was produced for. A smuggler tale of the romney marsh internet archive.
Syn mentions to sir thomas that the scarecrow was able to free harry where dr. The blurelease of the movie looks very good, but not great. The scarecrow of romney marsh 1964 dvd is a film treasure you will enjoy over and over again, and it continues to dazzle 50 years after it was created. The fall movie autumn movie popular disney movies scarecrow mask romney marsh live action movie film stills jonny quest prisoner syn alias the scarecrow of romney marsh. Patrick mcgoohan, george cole, tony britton, michael hordern, geoffrey keen, kay walsh, eric pohlmann director. On november 11, 2008 the walt disney company released a limited pressing of 39,500 issues of the scarecrow of romney marsh in dvd format for the first time as a part of the disney treasures collection, and was now called dr. Syn, alias the scarecrow, must find a way to protect his smuggling band not only from the kings forces but also from a wouldbe traitor within his own gang.
I had never heard of this title before, but after some brief research i discovered that dr. Sitting a bit further away are kate and phillip brackenbury. The scarecrow of romney marsh 1963 maveric universe wiki. In 2008, the classic scarecrow tv episodes were released on dvd as part of the walt disney treasures series. Syn, alias the scarecrow 1963 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The first, doctor syn 1937, featured noted actor george arliss in the title role. Patrick mcgoohan, george cole, tony britton, kay cole, alan dobie, eric flynn. Mar 03, 2014 the scarecrow of romney marsh aka dr syn alias the scarecrow.
Disneys scarecrow of romney marsh and again as night creatures from hammer house. The scarecrow of romney marsh dvd synopsis and information. Outwardly, he is the model of upstanding citizenship and loyalty to an oppressive. I really wish that disney had made more films of the scarecrow for us scarecrow fans to enjoy. By day he was a respected member of his community, and by night he was the greatest smuggler in the whole country.
Syn, alias the scarecrow the title of the theatrical film released in 1963, aka the scarecrow of romney marsh the title of the three television episodes broadcast in 1964. Why does the village parson, doctor syn, react so violently to the presence of the mulatto. The elusive scarecrow actually, a vicar with the ironic name of dr. The scarecrow of romney marsh bluray, 2019 for sale.
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