Movie

Slimming Down

19841h 0m

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Good to know

Director: Barbara Derkow
Release date: 1984-06-30
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Channel 4 Television

About Slimming Down

Slimming Down is a 1984 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Barbara Derkow, starring Ian Richardson, Prunella Scales and Derek Benfield. It has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Slimming Down in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Mr. Shrigley, a small businessman dealing in office equipment, believes that the recession happens to other people. Unfortunately he is wrong, and, when it catches up with him, he comes up with a plan for some unusual cutbacks.

Cast

Ian Richardson

Mr. Shrigley

Prunella Scales

Mrs. Shrigley

Derek Benfield

Grandad

Nicholas Lyndhurst

Sebastian

Mike Walling

Geoff

Amanda Kirby

Georgina

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Slimming Down in United States?+

Slimming Down is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Slimming Down on Netflix?+

Slimming Down is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Slimming Down?+

Slimming Down has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes (60 minutes).

Who stars in Slimming Down?+

Slimming Down stars Ian Richardson, Prunella Scales, Derek Benfield, Nicholas Lyndhurst and Mike Walling.

When did Slimming Down come out?+

Slimming Down is a 1984 movie directed by Barbara Derkow.

What genre is Slimming Down?+

Slimming Down is Comedy film.

Who directed Slimming Down?+

Slimming Down was directed by Barbara Derkow.