The Big Money
Synopsis
Petty thief Willie Frith steals a suitcase full of bank notes, only to find out that they have been given all the same serial number. But this is only the start of his troubles, now he has to find a way of changing the notes, so he can impress the barmaid of his local pub.
Top Cast
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Ian Carmichael
Willie Frith
Belinda Lee
Gloria
Kathleen Harrison
Mrs Frith
Robert Helpmann
The Reverend
Leslie Phillips
Receptionist
James Hayter
Mr Frith
George Coulouris
The Colonel
Renée Houston
Bobbie
Michael Brennan
Bluey
Jill Ireland
Doreen Frith
Harold Berens
Bookmaker
Hugh Morton
Valet
Ferdy Mayne
Furrier
Digby Wolfe
Harry Mason
Michael Balfour
'Wilberforce'
Joss Ambler
Hobson
Peter Asher
Cyril Frith
Cyril Chamberlain
Detective at Hotel
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Paddy Carstairs
- Screenplay & Story
- John Baines
- Original Title
- The Big Money
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- The Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Paddy Carstairs
John Baines
Jack E. Cox, Jack Cardiff
Alfred Roome
Department Leadership Roster
John Paddy Carstairs
Director
John Baines
Writer
Alfred Roome
Editor
Jack E. Cox
Director of Photography
Jack Cardiff
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Money
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Money about?
Petty thief Willie Frith steals a suitcase full of bank notes, only to find out that they have been given all the same serial number. But this is only the start of his troubles, now he has to find a way of changing the notes, so he can impress the barmaid of his local pub.
Who directed The Big Money?
The Big Money was directed by John Paddy Carstairs.
Who stars in The Big Money?
The principal cast of The Big Money includes Ian Carmichael, Belinda Lee, Kathleen Harrison, Robert Helpmann, Leslie Phillips.
When was The Big Money released and how long is it?
The Big Money was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.