Ups and Downs (1937 film)

Ups and Downs is a 1937 British musical comedy film directed by Roy William Neill and starring the husband-and-wife duo of Naunton Wayne and Basil Radford. They play a pair of somewhat hapless men who find themselves involved in a series of misadventures, typical of the lighthearted comedies popular during the era. The plot revolves around mistaken identities, financial troubles, and romantic entanglements, all set against a backdrop of song and dance numbers. Although not considered a major classic, the film is notable for showcasing Wayne and Radford's comedic talents before they became widely recognized for their roles as Charters and Caldicott in Alfred Hitchcock's The Lady Vanishes (1938) and several subsequent films. The film represents a snapshot of British cinema during the late 1930s, highlighting the popular themes and styles of the time. The supporting cast includes other recognizable British actors of the period.