The Plank (1967)
Overview
A slapstick comedy 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.
Where to watch The Plank
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | ITVX | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | — | — | Apple TV |
| Sweden | — | SF Anytime | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Plank in 4 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Plank about?
A slapstick comedy 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. The Plank is a Comedy movie, released on 1967-05-18, runtime 55 minutes.
Is The Plank worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Plank 6.2 out of 10 from 35 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch The Plank?
In the United Kingdom, The Plank streams on ITVX and can be bought from Apple TV and Amazon Video. The table on this page lists 2 more countries. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Eric Sykes
Cast
- Tommy Cooper as Larger Workman
- Eric Sykes as Smaller Workman
- Jimmy Edwards as Policeman
- Roy Castle as Delivery Man with boxes
- Graham Stark as Amorous Van Driver
- Stratford Johns as Station Sergeant
- Jim Dale as House Painter
- Jimmy Tarbuck as Barman
- Hattie Jacques as Woman with Rose
- Rex Garner as Tourist
- Libby Morris as Tourist
- John Junkin as One Eyed Truck Driver
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Sources
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