A Night to Remember is a 1958 British drama film directed by Roy Ward Baker, and based on the 1955 non-fiction book of the same name by Walter Lord. The film follows the events leading up to the sinking of the Titanic, from its departure in Southampton to its fateful collision with an iceberg in the North Atlantic.
The film is notable for its attention to detail and historical accuracy. The sets and costumes are based on actual photographs and accounts of the Titanic, and the film's producers consulted with surviving crew members and their families to ensure accuracy.
Kenneth More stars as Second Officer Charles Lightoller, a real-life Titanic survivor who played a key role in the rescue efforts. The supporting cast includes notable British actors such as Laurence Naismith, Tucker McGuire, and David McCallum.
The film depicts the Titanic's lavish interiors, from its grand dining rooms to its luxurious cabins, as well as the rough conditions faced by the third-class passengers. As the ship begins to sink, passengers and crew members struggle to find their way to the lifeboats, and chaos ensues. The film highlights the bravery and heroism of some of the Titanic's crew members, who risked their lives to save others.
A Night to Remember was praised for its realism and attention to detail, and is still considered one of the most accurate depictions of the Titanic disaster. It was a critical and commercial success, and has been cited as an influence on James Cameron's 1997 film Titanic.