
When only Frankie's cheek could save Britain from the Hun!
In Frankie Howerd's third Up... film it's World War I and he plays Lurk, an absolute cowerd, er coward. He's evading the call-up for all he's worth. But one evening he's hypnotised by a drunken hypnotist (Stanley Holloway) into being brave, but he fails to be released from it. So with his yellow streak gone Lurk is down that army office before you can say "titter ye not." Off to war he goes, mingling with sexy spies like Zsa Zsa Gabor and before long, the spellbound recruit is heading hot-foot back to Blighty with the Germans' plan of attack tattooed on his bum, and the Germans are bringing up the rear...! Full of sauce, knowing real-life references and witty remarks to camera, this is a cheeky incorrigible final instalment.
Auntie Cora Crumpington
The film's tagline is: "When only Frankie's cheek could save Britain from the Hun!"
The runtime is 89 minutes (1h 29m).
The film was directed by Bob Kellett.
The screenplay was written by Sid Colin and Eddie Braben.
The score was composed by Peter Greenwell.
Cinematography was handled by Tony Spratling.
The film features a large ensemble cast of over 57 credited actors.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0069448.
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Up the Front
Released
PG
English
United Kingdom