Masterpiece Theatre dusts off James Hilton's classic 1934 novel and gives it a handsome mounting that shows off the story's timelessness. 1870: The posh Brookfield School hires odd fish Mr. Arthur Chipping (Martin Clunes) because its Latin professor departs unexpectedly and an immediate replacement is required. During his trial period Chipping, soon nicknamed "Mr. Chips," has difficulty adjusting to traditions like corporal punishment and hazing and, like German teacher Max Staefel (Conleth Hill), remains an outsider ridiculed by students and patronized by other instructors. Though Chips yearns for the prestigious post of headmaster, Chips is unpopular with the admin...
Released:
2003
Rated:
NR
Length:
120 mins