The Navy Lark
Originally released in 1959. The Navy Lark is a comedy film. directed by Gordon Parry. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Cecil Parker, Ronald Shiner, and Leslie Phillips
Synopsis
An Inshore Minesweeping Unit has been forgotten by the Navy after World War II on the peaceful island of Boonsley and they have adapted to their circumstances. The men still wear uniforms and the proper reports are filed, although the reports of hundreds of mines are exaggerated. The captain spends his time fishing, the Number One is busy romancing the only Wren on the island and The Chief Boatswain runs a wine smuggling business. Unfortunately the Navy start to get suspicious.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1959
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Cecil Parker
as Cmdr. Stanton
Ronald Shiner
as CPO Banyard
Leslie Phillips
as Lt. Pouter
Elvi Hale
as Leading WREN Heather
Cardew Robinson
as Lt. Binns
Gordon Jackson
as Leading Seaman Johnson
Hattie Jacques
as Fortune Teller
Nicholas Phipps
as Capt. Povey
Harold Kasket
as Gaston Higgins
Harold Kasket
as Lt. Bates R.N.
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Herbert Wilcox Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Navy Lark about?
An Inshore Minesweeping Unit has been forgotten by the Navy after World War II on the peaceful island of Boonsley and they have adapted to their circumstances. The men still wear uniforms and the p...
Who directed The Navy Lark?
The Navy Lark was directed by Gordon Parry.
How long is The Navy Lark?
The Navy Lark has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Navy Lark released?
The Navy Lark was released on January 1, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Navy Lark?
The main cast of The Navy Lark includes Cecil Parker, Ronald Shiner, Leslie Phillips, Elvi Hale, Cardew Robinson.