Cast: George Formby

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring George Formby. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


To Hell with Hitler

1940 · Movie · 82 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Marcel Varnel

Cast George Formby · Phyllis Calvert · Garry Marsh · Romney Brent

Synopsis To Hell with Hitler (1940) follows the comedic misadventures of a ukulele-playing musician named George, who, in the early days of World War II, accidentally boards the wrong vessel and ends up in Norway, which has yet to be invaded....

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Trouble Brewing

1939 · Movie · 87 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Anthony Kimmins

Cast George Formby · Googie Withers · Gus McNaughton · Garry Marsh

Synopsis Trouble Brewing (1939) follows the thrilling escapades of George, who finds himself in a pickle after a big win at the races. The catch? The winnings are counterfeit. Undeterred, George takes matters into his own hands, embarking on a daring...

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Direction Monty Banks

Cast George Formby · Florence Desmond · Gus McNaughton · Alastair Sim

Synopsis Keep Your Seats, Please! (1936) follows a thrilling treasure hunt where a substantial fortune in precious gems is concealed within one of six chairs. The challenge falls to the prospective heir to uncover the hidden treasure, leading to a series...

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Spare a Copper

1940 · Movie · 77 min. · United Kingdom

Direction John Paddy Carstairs

Cast George Formby · Dorothy Hyson · George Merritt · John Warwick

Synopsis Spare a Copper (1940) follows the tale of a courageous policeman who, during wartime, foils a dangerous scheme aimed at destroying a battleship, earning him the status of a hero. However, his fellow officers begin to suspect him of being...

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Direction Marcel Varnel

Cast George Formby · Rosalyn Boulter · Ronald Shiner · Ian Fleming

Synopsis George in Civvy Street (1946) is a comedic tale that follows the story of a jovial tavern proprietor, played by the renowned George Formby. The narrative unfolds as Formby's character becomes smitten with a charming waitress who is currently employed...

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Much Too Shy

1942 · Movie · 92 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Marcel Varnel

Cast George Formby · Kathleen Harrison · Hilda Bayley · Eileen Bennett

Synopsis Much Too Shy (1942) follows the misadventures of a humble handyman who also dabbles in art. His world turns upside down when his innocent sketches of well-known women, which he has drawn for a soap advertisement, are altered by an...

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No Limit

1935 · Movie · 80 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Monty Banks

Cast George Formby · Florence Desmond · Howard Douglas · Beatrix Fielden-Kaye

Synopsis No Limit (1935) follows the journey of George Shuttleworth, a man with an unshakable belief in his ability to conquer the prestigious Isle of Man TT races, despite the skepticism of his neighbors in Wigan. During the qualifying trials, George's...

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Bell Bottom George

1944 · Movie · 97 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Marcel Varnel

Cast George Formby · Anne Firth · Reginald Purdell · Peter Murray-Hill

Synopsis Bell Bottom George (1944) follows the misadventures of an unlucky waiter named George, who, despite being turned down for military service on three occasions, finds himself drafted into the British navy during an air raid due to a case of...

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Direction Marcel Varnel

Cast George Formby · Peggy Bryan · Edward Chapman · O.B. Clarence

Synopsis Turned Out Nice Again (1941) follows the journey of George, a dedicated worker at a traditional underwear manufacturing firm. George identifies a groundbreaking thread innovation and decides to invest in it. However, the company dismisses his idea, leading to his...

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