Carry On Constable

Name: Carry On Constable
Director: Gerald Thomas
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1960-01-01
Duration: 86 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Sidney James, Eric Barker, Kenneth Connor, Charles Hawtrey, Kenneth Williams

1960Dir. Gerald Thomas1h 26m

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Runtime1h 26m

Released1960

DirectorGerald Thomas

About This Movie

Carry On Constable is a delightful entry in the Carry On series, showcasing that distinctly British humor. Directed by Gerald Thomas, it captures the chaos of a flu-ridden police station where the bumbling recruits can’t quite get a handle on their duties. The pacing has this rhythm that’s equal parts slapstick and situational comedy, with a feel of lighthearted absurdity. The performances have that charmingly offbeat quality; you can tell the cast loved every minute. Practical effects, though simple, add to the comedic misfires of the plot. Themes of incompetence and the farcical nature of bureaucracy shine through, making it a fine example of the era’s comedy. Just a classic case of everything that can go wrong, going hilariously wrong.

Classic British comedyPart of the Carry On seriesExplores themes of police incompetence