An Alligator Named Daisy
"Britain's new laughter team"
Originally released in 1955. An Alligator Named Daisy is a comedy/romance film. directed by J. Lee Thompson. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Donald Sinden, Diana Dors, and Jeannie Carson
Synopsis
Returning from a cricket match in Ireland, Peter Weston gains a pet alligator from another passenger who abandons it with him. He is horrified and while his first instinct is to get rid of it he develops a relationship with a young Irishwoman who appears to be entwined with the reptile. He soon discovers that Daisy is tame and seems to be the way to Moira's heart.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 13, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Donald Sinden
as Peter Weston
Diana Dors
as Vanessa Colebrook
Jeannie Carson
as Moira O'Shannon
James Robertson Justice
as Sir James Colebrook
Roland Culver
as Colonel Geoffrey Weston
Stanley Holloway
as The General
Avice Landone
as Mrs. Weston
Richard Wattis
as Hoskins
Stephen Boyd
as Albert O'Shannon
Margaret Rutherford
as Prudence Croquet
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Rank Organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is An Alligator Named Daisy about?
Returning from a cricket match in Ireland, Peter Weston gains a pet alligator from another passenger who abandons it with him. He is horrified and while his first instinct is to get rid of it he d...
Who directed An Alligator Named Daisy?
An Alligator Named Daisy was directed by J. Lee Thompson.
How long is An Alligator Named Daisy?
An Alligator Named Daisy has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was An Alligator Named Daisy released?
An Alligator Named Daisy was released on December 13, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in An Alligator Named Daisy?
The main cast of An Alligator Named Daisy includes Donald Sinden, Diana Dors, Jeannie Carson, James Robertson Justice, Roland Culver.