Movie

The Plank

★ 7.4(15)197928m

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Good to know

Director: Eric Sykes
Release date: 1979-12-17
Runtime: 28m
Language: EN
Status: Released

About The Plank

The Plank is a 1979 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Eric Sykes, starring Eric Sykes, Arthur Lowe and Lionel Blair. It has a runtime of 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 15 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Plank in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Classic short British comedy, full of stars, about two workmen delivering planks to a building site. This is done with music and a sort of "wordless dialogue" which consists of a few mumbled sounds to convey the appropriate emotion. TV remake of the 1967 short.

Cast

Eric Sykes

Taller Workman

Arthur Lowe

Shorter Workman

Lionel Blair

Paint-covered House Owner

Henry Cooper

Beer drinker

Harry H. Corbett

Amourous Van Driver

Bernard Cribbins

House painter

Robert Dorning

Fork-Lift Truck Driver

Diana Dors

Woman with Rose

Charlie Drake

Delivery man with cake

Jimmy Edwards

Policeman

Deryck Guyler

Milkman

Charles Hawtrey

Co-Driver

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Plank in Mexico?+

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

Is The Plank on Netflix?+

The Plank is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Plank?+

The Plank has a runtime of 28 minutes (28 minutes).

Who stars in The Plank?+

The Plank stars Eric Sykes, Arthur Lowe, Lionel Blair, Henry Cooper and Harry H. Corbett.

When did The Plank come out?+

The Plank is a 1979 movie directed by Eric Sykes.

What genre is The Plank?+

The Plank is Comedy film.

Who directed The Plank?+

The Plank was directed by Eric Sykes.