The Late George Apley (1947)

Set against the historical backdrop of 1912 Boston, The Late George Apley is a compelling narrative of a family entrenched in tradition and prestige. The story orbits around George Apley, a staunch Bostonian and family patriarch, who, along with his wife Catherine, finds solace in their predictable and respected life on Beacon Street. The Apley name is synonymous with Bostonian heritage, their identity bound to the city's cobblestones and steeped in the wisdom of Ralph Waldo Emerson, George's philosophical compass. The Apley's well-ordered world, however, starts to unravel when their grown children, Eleanor and John, dare to defy the family's deeply held traditions. Eleanor's heart is stolen by Howard Boulder, a man alien to Boston and, much to the horror of the Apleys, a non-Harvard graduate. Meanwhile, John, expected to court his cousin, Agnes Willing, in line with family customs, is enamoured with the vibrant Myrtle Dole. Myrtle, far from the Apley's circle, is the daughter of a mechanic and a resident of Worcester, a fact that leaves George gasping in disbelief. As George grapples with his children's defiance, he embarks on a quest to restore the family's esteemed traditions. He battles with his inability to comprehend why his family's life isn't aligning with the time-honoured traditions. Threading through the labyrinth of familial expectations and newfound love, The Late George Apley is a dramatic exploration of tradition, love, and the courage to challenge the status quo. The movie leaves viewers wondering whether George can save his family's legacy from the brink of disarray or if the Apley traditions will crumble under the weight of a changing world.

The Late George Apley is a comedy movie featuring Ronald Colman.

The Late George Apley is currently streaming on DIRECTV.