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4.8 / 10(10 votes)IMDbPG19721h 33mUnited Kingdom

What Became of Jack and Jill?

“To Grandmother's House They Go-- For Love In The Attic, And Death Down Below.”

Synopsis

Two young people plot to get their hands on grannie's money, but rather than simply pushing her down the stairs they hatch an elaborate plot to convince her that radical youth have taken over England are planning to do away with "oldies" like her.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 16, 1972

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Bill Bain
Screenplay & Story
Roger Marshall
Original Score
Carl Davis
Original Title
What Became of Jack and Jill?
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 33m
Production Studios
Amicus Productions, 20th Century Fox

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bill Bain

Screenplay & Story

Roger Marshall, Laurence Moody

Original Score & Music

Carl Davis

Director of Photography

Gerry Turpin

Producers

Milton Subotsky, Max Rosenberg

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Laurence Moody

Department Leadership Roster

Bill Bain

Director

Roger Marshall

Screenplay

Milton Subotsky

Milton Subotsky

Producer

Max Rosenberg

Producer

Gerry Turpin

Director of Photography

Carl Davis

Carl Davis

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for What Became of Jack and Jill?.

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Frequently Asked Questions About What Became of Jack and Jill?

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is What Became of Jack and Jill? about?

Two young people plot to get their hands on grannie's money, but rather than simply pushing her down the stairs they hatch an elaborate plot to convince her that radical youth have taken over England are planning to do away with "oldies" like her.

Who directed What Became of Jack and Jill??

What Became of Jack and Jill? was directed by Bill Bain.

Who stars in What Became of Jack and Jill??

The principal cast of What Became of Jack and Jill? includes Vanessa Howard, Mona Washbourne, Paul Nicholas, George Benson, Peter Copley.

When was What Became of Jack and Jill? released and how long is it?

What Became of Jack and Jill? was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.

Who composed the musical score for What Became of Jack and Jill??

The original motion picture soundtrack for What Became of Jack and Jill? was composed by Carl Davis.

Is What Became of Jack and Jill? based on a book or true story?

What Became of Jack and Jill? is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Laurence Moody".

What is the age rating and content advisory for What Became of Jack and Jill??

What Became of Jack and Jill? holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).