Vice Versa
Synopsis
Businessman Paul Bultitude is sending his son Dick to a boarding school. While holding a magic stone from India, he wishes that he could be young again. His wish is immediately fulfilled and the two change bodies with each other. Mr Bultitude becomes a school boy who smokes cigars and has a very conservative view on child upbringing, while his son Dick becomes a gentleman who spends his time drinking lemonade and arranging children's parties.
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Anthony Newley and Petula Clark — Vice Versa (1948)
Type: Clip • Published 2011-10-17
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Roger Livesey
Paul Bultitude
Anthony Newley
Dick Bultitude
Kay Walsh
Florence 'Fanny' Verlane
Petula Clark
Dulcie Grimstone
James Robertson Justice
Dr. Grimstone
David Hutcheson
Marmaduke Paradine
Harcourt Williams
Judge
Bill Shine
Lord Gosport
Kynaston Reeves
Dr. Chawner
Ernest Jay
Bowler
Joan Young
Mrs. Grimstone
Patricia Raine
Alice
Vida Hope
1st Nanny
Vi Kaley
2nd Nanny
Andrew Blackett
Duke of Margate
Stanley Van Beers
Earl of Broadstairs
Robert Eddison
Mr. Blinkhorn
James Hayter
Bandmaster
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Ustinov
- Screenplay & Story
- F. Anstey, Peter Ustinov
- Original Score
- Antony Hopkins
- Original Title
- Vice Versa
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Two Cities Films, George H. Brown Productions, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Ustinov
F. Anstey, Peter Ustinov
Antony Hopkins
Jack Hildyard
John D. Guthridge
George H. Brown, Peter Ustinov
Department Leadership Roster
George H. Brown
Producer
Nadia Benois
Costume Design
John D. Guthridge
Editor
Peter Ustinov
Producer
Peter Ustinov
Director
Peter Ustinov
Writer
Jack Hildyard
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vice Versa
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What is Vice Versa about?
Businessman Paul Bultitude is sending his son Dick to a boarding school. While holding a magic stone from India, he wishes that he could be young again. His wish is immediately fulfilled and the two change bodies with each other. Mr Bultitude becomes a school boy who smokes cigars and has a very conservative view on child upbringing, while his son Dick becomes a gentleman who spends his time drinking lemonade and arranging children's parties.
Who directed Vice Versa?
Vice Versa was directed by Peter Ustinov.
Who stars in Vice Versa?
The principal cast of Vice Versa includes Roger Livesey, Anthony Newley, Kay Walsh, Petula Clark, James Robertson Justice.
When was Vice Versa released and how long is it?
Vice Versa was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Vice Versa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Vice Versa was composed by Antony Hopkins.
Is Vice Versa based on a book or true story?
Vice Versa is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "F. Anstey".