On the Fiddle
"Never have so few fiddled so many!"
Originally released in 1961. On the Fiddle is a comedy film. directed by Cyril Frankel. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alfred Lynch, Sean Connery, and Cecil Parker
Synopsis
Tricked into joining the RAF by a wily judge, wide boy Horace Pope sets his sights on the main chance, teams with slow-witted, good-hearted gypsy Pedlar Pascoe, and works up a lucrative racket in conning both his colleagues and the RAF. By means of various devious schemes Pope and Pascoe manage to avoid the front lines until they are sent to France - where they find themselves making unexpected and uncomfortably close contact with the enemy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 10, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Coronado Productions
- American International Pictures
- Anglo-Amalgamated
Frequently Asked Questions
What is On the Fiddle about?
Tricked into joining the RAF by a wily judge, wide boy Horace Pope sets his sights on the main chance, teams with slow-witted, good-hearted gypsy Pedlar Pascoe, and works up a lucrative racket in c...
Who directed On the Fiddle?
On the Fiddle was directed by Cyril Frankel.
How long is On the Fiddle?
On the Fiddle has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was On the Fiddle released?
On the Fiddle was released on October 10, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in On the Fiddle?
The main cast of On the Fiddle includes Alfred Lynch, Sean Connery, Cecil Parker, Stanley Holloway, Alan King.