Press for Time
“Norman's a newspaper reporter - in his funniest film yet!”
Synopsis
Norman is quite happy selling newspapers outside Westminster station but his Grandfather (the Prime Minister) wants to get him "a more responsible job". A few favours are called in and Norman becomes the newest reporter at the seaside town of Tinmouth. After causing chaos at a local council meeting and causing the demolition of a new house he tries to organise a beauty pageant. A slapstick tale of corruption in high and low places
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Norman Wisdom
Norman Shields / Emily Shields / Wilfred, the Prime Minister
Derek Bond
Major Rupert Bartlett
Angela Browne
Miss Eleanor Lampton
Tracey Crisp
Miss Ruby Fairchild
Allan Cuthbertson
Mr. Ballard
Noel Dyson
Lady Mayor Mrs. Corcoran
Derek Francis
Alderman Ernest Corcoran
Peter Jones
Robin Willobey
David Lodge
Mr. Ross
Stanley Unwin
Mr. Nottage
Frances White
Liz Corcoran
Michael Balfour
Sewerman
Tony Selby
Harry Marshall
Michael Bilton
Councillor Hedge
Norman Pitt
Councillor Quilter
Hazel Coppen
Granny Fork
Totti Truman Taylor
Mrs. Doe Connor
Toni Gilpin
Miss Thompson
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Asher
- Screenplay & Story
- Norman Wisdom, Eddie Leslie
- Original Score
- Michael Vickers
- Original Title
- Press for Time
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Titanic Films, The Rank Organisation, IVY Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Asher
Norman Wisdom, Eddie Leslie, Angus McGill
Michael Vickers
Peter Newbrook
Peter Newbrook, Robert Hartford-Davis
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Asher
Director
Norman Wisdom
Screenplay
Eddie Leslie
Screenplay
Peter Newbrook
Director of Photography
Peter Newbrook
Producer
Michael Vickers
Original Music Composer
Robert Hartford-Davis
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Press for Time
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What is Press for Time about?
Norman is quite happy selling newspapers outside Westminster station but his Grandfather (the Prime Minister) wants to get him "a more responsible job". A few favours are called in and Norman becomes the newest reporter at the seaside town of Tinmouth. After causing chaos at a local council meeting and causing the demolition of a new house he tries to organise a beauty pageant. A slapstick tale of corruption in high and low places
Who directed Press for Time?
Press for Time was directed by Robert Asher.
Who stars in Press for Time?
The principal cast of Press for Time includes Norman Wisdom, Derek Bond, Angela Browne, Tracey Crisp, Allan Cuthbertson.
When was Press for Time released and how long is it?
Press for Time was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Press for Time?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Press for Time was composed by Michael Vickers.
Is Press for Time based on a book or true story?
Press for Time is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Angus McGill".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Press for Time?
Press for Time holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).