Whinfrey's Last Case
Synopsis
In 1913 the British government, hearing that the Germans are planning World War I, ask top agent Whinfrey to intervene, but instead he decides to go on holiday to Cornish fishing village Torpoint. Here he believes he has stumbled upon a smuggling ring, but in fact they are Germans who are masquerading as locals in an advance invasion party. The British arrive and arrest them, believing that Whinfrey deliberately planned everything - though it is apparent that he did not.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan J.W. Bell
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Palin, Terry Jones
- Original Title
- Whinfrey's Last Case
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 32m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan J.W. Bell
Michael Palin, Terry Jones
Glenn Hyde
Sydney Lotterby
Department Leadership Roster
Alan J.W. Bell
Director
Michael Palin
Writer
Terry Jones
Writer
Glenn Hyde
Editor
Gerry Scott
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Whinfrey's Last Case
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Whinfrey's Last Case about?
In 1913 the British government, hearing that the Germans are planning World War I, ask top agent Whinfrey to intervene, but instead he decides to go on holiday to Cornish fishing village Torpoint. Here he believes he has stumbled upon a smuggling ring, but in fact they are Germans who are masquerading as locals in an advance invasion party. The British arrive and arrest them, believing that Whinfrey deliberately planned everything - though it is apparent that he did not.
Who directed Whinfrey's Last Case?
Whinfrey's Last Case was directed by Alan J.W. Bell.
Who stars in Whinfrey's Last Case?
The principal cast of Whinfrey's Last Case includes Michael Palin, Maria Aitken, Edward Hardwicke, Antony Carrick, Richard Hurndall.
When was Whinfrey's Last Case released and how long is it?
Whinfrey's Last Case was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 32m.