Ferry Cross the Mersey
“The Big Beat is Back With the Excitingest New Pacemaking Pack!”
Synopsis
Gerry and Fred Marsden, Les McGuire, and Les "Chad" Chadwick portray themselves in a romp through the early-1960s Liverpool Beat Scene. Art students by day and musicians by night, the boys' big break comes by winning a local talent contest. But first, they must retrieve their instruments, which have been mistakenly carried to the airport.
Top Cast
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Gerry
Freddie Marsden
Freedie
Leslie Maguire
Les
Les Chadwick
Chad
Julie Samuel
Dodie Dawson
T. P. McKenna
Jack Hanson
Mona Washbourne
Aunt Lil
Eric Barker
Col. Dawson
Cilla Black
Cilla Black
George A. Cooper
Mr. Lumsden
Mischa De La Motte
Dawson's Butler
Elisabeth Sladen
Jimmy Savile
Jimmy
Margaret Nolan
Norah
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 10, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeremy Summers
- Screenplay & Story
- David Franden, Tony Warren
- Original Score
- George Martin
- Original Title
- Ferry Cross the Mersey
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- United Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeremy Summers
David Franden, Tony Warren
George Martin
Brian Epstein, Michael Holden
Department Leadership Roster
Jeremy Summers
Director
Brian Epstein
Producer
Michael Holden
Producer
David Franden
Writer
Tony Warren
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ferry Cross the Mersey
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ferry Cross the Mersey about?
Gerry and Fred Marsden, Les McGuire, and Les "Chad" Chadwick portray themselves in a romp through the early-1960s Liverpool Beat Scene. Art students by day and musicians by night, the boys' big break comes by winning a local talent contest. But first, they must retrieve their instruments, which have been mistakenly carried to the airport.
Who directed Ferry Cross the Mersey?
Ferry Cross the Mersey was directed by Jeremy Summers.
Who stars in Ferry Cross the Mersey?
The principal cast of Ferry Cross the Mersey includes Gerry Marsden, Freddie Marsden, Leslie Maguire, Les Chadwick, Julie Samuel.
When was Ferry Cross the Mersey released and how long is it?
Ferry Cross the Mersey was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Ferry Cross the Mersey?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ferry Cross the Mersey was composed by George Martin.