This movie debut for saucy British TV comic Benny Hill has Benny leaving his job as a sweeper after winning some money. He becomes a private detective and investigates a plot to assassinate British scientists.
Acting
Hill's physical comedy already fully formed
Direction
Basil Dearden keeps the farce breathless
Production
Gorgeous cheapo London locations
Director
Basil Dearden
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Made during Hill's transition from radio to television stardom; the film capitalized on his 'The Benny Hill Show' momentum before it even existed.
Hill reportedly hated watching himself on screen and rarely attended premieres—this debut may explain why.
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