Hancock Down Under
Synopsis
Hancock, (who was voted Britain's best-ever comic 35 years after his death) leaves his home in Railway Cuttings, East Cheam, England for warmer, more challenging climes. He encounters the Australian natives on his terms having dragged his attitudes with him halfway across the world.
Top Cast
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Tony Hancock
Tony Hancock
Gloria Dawn
Mrs. Gilroy
Don Crosby
Mervyn
Lex Mitchell
Milkman
Georgie Sterling
Miss Bunny Bancroft
Kenneth Laird
Captain
Brian Barrie
Bandsman
Don Philps
Entertainments Officer
Mimi Dixon
Miss Felicia 'Bikini' Bancroft
Marshall Crosby
Edward Howell
Colonel
Don Reid
Customs Officer
Max Phipps
Hotel Clerk
Nat Levison
Landlord
James Elliott
Man in Pub
Doreen Warburton
Maid
Kevin Leslie
Herbie
Graham Rouse
Ken
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Joffe
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Wale, Hugh Stuckey
- Original Title
- Hancock Down Under
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- ATN 7
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Joffe
Michael Wale, Hugh Stuckey
John McPhail
Edward Joffe
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Joffe
Director
Edward Joffe
Producer
John McPhail
Editor
Hugh Stuckey
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hancock Down Under
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hancock Down Under about?
Hancock, (who was voted Britain's best-ever comic 35 years after his death) leaves his home in Railway Cuttings, East Cheam, England for warmer, more challenging climes. He encounters the Australian natives on his terms having dragged his attitudes with him halfway across the world.
Who directed Hancock Down Under?
Hancock Down Under was directed by Edward Joffe.
Who stars in Hancock Down Under?
The principal cast of Hancock Down Under includes Tony Hancock, Gloria Dawn, Don Crosby, Lex Mitchell, Georgie Sterling.
When was Hancock Down Under released and how long is it?
Hancock Down Under was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.