A Tap on the Shoulder

Movie

A Tap on the Shoulder

★ 7.0(1)19651h 10m

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Good to know

Director: Ken Loach
Release date: 1965-01-06
Runtime: 1h 10m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About A Tap on the Shoulder

A Tap on the Shoulder is a 1965 movie in the Crime, Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Ken Loach, starring Lee Montague, Richard Shaw and Judith Smith. It has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Tap on the Shoulder in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ken's Loach's first production for The Wednesday Play is a story of a group of criminals planning a robbery, with the unwitting aid of a wealthy, well-connected society acquaintance. But who is the greater villain?

Cast

Lee Montague

Archibald Cooper

Richard Shaw

Ronnie

Judith Smith

Hazel

Griffith Davies

Terry

Tony Selby

Tim

George Tovey

Patsy

Edwin Brown

George

Mark Elwes

Pub customer

Tom Bowman

Charlie

Rose Hill

Emma Cooper

Charles Rea

Policeman

Noel Johnson

Chief Constable

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Tap on the Shoulder in Australia?+

A Tap on the Shoulder is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Australia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Tap on the Shoulder on Netflix?+

A Tap on the Shoulder is not on Netflix in Australia right now.

How long is A Tap on the Shoulder?+

A Tap on the Shoulder has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).

Who stars in A Tap on the Shoulder?+

A Tap on the Shoulder stars Lee Montague, Richard Shaw, Judith Smith, Griffith Davies and Tony Selby.

When did A Tap on the Shoulder come out?+

A Tap on the Shoulder is a 1965 movie directed by Ken Loach.

What genre is A Tap on the Shoulder?+

A Tap on the Shoulder is Crime, Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed A Tap on the Shoulder?+

A Tap on the Shoulder was directed by Ken Loach.