Press for Time
"Norman's a newspaper reporter - in his funniest film yet!"
Originally released in 1966. Press for Time is a comedy film. directed by Robert Asher.
Starring Norman Wisdom, Derek Bond, and Angela Browne
Synopsis
Norman is quite happy selling newspapers outside Westminster station but his Grandfather (the Prime Minister) wants to get him "a more responsible job". A few favours are called in and Norman becomes the newest reporter at the seaside town of Tinmouth. After causing chaos at a local council meeting and causing the demolition of a new house he tries to organise a beauty pageant. A slapstick tale of corruption in high and low places
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 8, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Norman Wisdom
as Norman Shields / Emily Shields / Wilfred, the Prime Minister
Derek Bond
as Major Rupert Bartlett
Angela Browne
as Miss Eleanor Lampton
Tracey Crisp
as Miss Ruby Fairchild
Allan Cuthbertson
as Mr. Ballard
Noel Dyson
as Lady Mayor Mrs. Corcoran
Derek Francis
as Alderman Ernest Corcoran
Peter Jones
as Robin Willobey
David Lodge
as Mr. Ross
Stanley Unwin
as Mr. Nottage
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Titanic Films
- The Rank Organisation
- IVY Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Press for Time about?
Norman is quite happy selling newspapers outside Westminster station but his Grandfather (the Prime Minister) wants to get him "a more responsible job". A few favours are called in and Norman becom...
Who directed Press for Time?
Press for Time was directed by Robert Asher.
How long is Press for Time?
Press for Time has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Press for Time released?
Press for Time was released on December 8, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Press for Time?
The main cast of Press for Time includes Norman Wisdom, Derek Bond, Angela Browne, Tracey Crisp, Allan Cuthbertson.