Movie

On the Beat

“As the COPPER who comes a CROPPER!”

★ 7.7(33)19621h 46m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Asher
Release date: 1962-12-11
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: The Rank Organisation

About On the Beat

On the Beat is a 1962 movie in the Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Robert Asher, starring Norman Wisdom, Jennifer Jayne and Raymond Huntley. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.7/10 from 33 viewers. Below you can see where to watch On the Beat in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Norman Pitkin wants to be a policeman like his father was, but he fails the height test (amongst others). One day he gets out his father's old uniform and "walks the beat". This leads to a level of chaos that only Pitkin could cause

Cast

Norman Wisdom

Norman Pitkin / Giulio Napolitani

Jennifer Jayne

Rosanna Guardia

Raymond Huntley

Sir Ronald Ackroyd

David Lodge

Inspector Cecil Hobson

Esma Cannon

Mrs. Timms

Eric Barker

Police Doctor

Eleanor Summerfield

Sergeant Lucilla Wilkins

Ronnie Stevens

Oberon

Terence Alexander

Chief Superintendent Bert Belcher

Maurice Kaufmann

Vince

Dilys Laye

American Lady

George Pastell

Manzini

Themes & keywords

black and white

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch On the Beat in Mexico?+

On the Beat is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is On the Beat on Netflix?+

On the Beat is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is On the Beat?+

On the Beat has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in On the Beat?+

On the Beat stars Norman Wisdom, Jennifer Jayne, Raymond Huntley, David Lodge and Esma Cannon.

When did On the Beat come out?+

On the Beat is a 1962 movie directed by Robert Asher.

What genre is On the Beat?+

On the Beat is Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed On the Beat?+

On the Beat was directed by Robert Asher.