Make Mine a Million
"It Will Make You Howl, A Host Of Stars A Million Laughs"
Originally released in 1959. Make Mine a Million is a comedy film. directed by Lance Comfort. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Arthur Askey, Sidney James, and Dermot Walsh
Synopsis
Sid Gibson is a soap powder salesman who decides what he really needs is TV advertising. The problem is, he's absolutely broke. He calls upon his friend Arthur Ashton, who arranges to sneak a plug for Sid's suds into a live TV spectacular. The public goes bananas for the product but to maintain sales Sid and Arthur must arrange for ever more outrageous plugs on TV shows. The Ascots races, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo - no show is safe.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 24, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Arthur Askey
as Arthur Ashton
Sidney James
as Sid Gibson
Dermot Walsh
as Martin Russell
Olga Lindo
as Mrs. Burgess
Clive Morton
as National TV Director General
George Margo
as Assistant
Lionel Murton
as Commercial TV Director
Bernard Cribbins
as Jack
Kenneth Connor
as Anxious Husband
Sally Barnes
as Sally
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jack Hylton Productions
- Elstree Independent Films Limited
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Make Mine a Million about?
Sid Gibson is a soap powder salesman who decides what he really needs is TV advertising. The problem is, he's absolutely broke. He calls upon his friend Arthur Ashton, who arranges to sneak a plug ...
Who directed Make Mine a Million?
Make Mine a Million was directed by Lance Comfort.
How long is Make Mine a Million?
Make Mine a Million has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was Make Mine a Million released?
Make Mine a Million was released on February 24, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Make Mine a Million?
The main cast of Make Mine a Million includes Arthur Askey, Sidney James, Dermot Walsh, Olga Lindo, Clive Morton.