The Greatest Store in the World
Synopsis
Geraldine and her two daughters, Livvie and Angeline, are living rough on the streets on London. When their van blows up, they must find an alternative place to stay. At first, they live in temporary housing, but the conditions are unbearable. Geraldine reacts quickly and the family decides to take up residence in Scottley's, the best department store in London. They must keep it a secret from doorman Brian (whom the girls call Mr. Whiskers), and a couple of bumbling thieves who want to rob the store safe of its jewels.
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The Greatest Store in the World - BBC One TV spot trailer - December 1999, UK (VHS capture)
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-01-12
Top Cast
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Dervla Kirwan
Mum
Elizabeth Earl
Livvy
Holly Earl
Angeline
Peter Capaldi
Mr. Whiskers
Ricky Tomlinson
Santa
Sean Hughes
Elf
Helen Schlesinger
Miss Greystone
Brian Blessed
Mr. Scottley
Amanda Symonds
WPC Mathley
Philip Wright
Mr. Norris
Kelly Knatchbull
Scrooge
Devon Anderson
David
Rachel Stevens
Rachel
Hannah Spearritt
Hannah
Paul Cattermole
Paul
Jon Lee
Jon
Bradley McIntosh
Bradley
Isla Blair
Grand Lady
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jane Prowse
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Shearer
- Original Score
- Carl Davis
- Original Title
- The Greatest Store in the World
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Film and General Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jane Prowse
Alex Shearer
Carl Davis
Paul Wheeler
Department Leadership Roster
Jane Prowse
Director
Alex Shearer
Screenplay
Carl Davis
Original Music Composer
Paul Wheeler
Director of Photography
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What is The Greatest Store in the World about?
Geraldine and her two daughters, Livvie and Angeline, are living rough on the streets on London. When their van blows up, they must find an alternative place to stay. At first, they live in temporary housing, but the conditions are unbearable. Geraldine reacts quickly and the family decides to take up residence in Scottley's, the best department store in London. They must keep it a secret from doorman Brian (whom the girls call Mr. Whiskers), and a couple of bumbling thieves who want to rob the store safe of its jewels.
Who directed The Greatest Store in the World?
The Greatest Store in the World was directed by Jane Prowse.
Who stars in The Greatest Store in the World?
The principal cast of The Greatest Store in the World includes Dervla Kirwan, Elizabeth Earl, Holly Earl, Peter Capaldi, Ricky Tomlinson.
When was The Greatest Store in the World released and how long is it?
The Greatest Store in the World was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for The Greatest Store in the World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Greatest Store in the World was composed by Carl Davis.