The Navy Lark (1959)
An Inshore Minesweeping Unit has been forgotten by the Navy after World War II on the peaceful island of Boonsley and they have adapted to their circumstances. The men still wear uniforms and the proper reports are filed, although the reports of hundreds of mines are exaggerated. The captain spends his time fishing, the Number One is busy romancing the only Wren on the island and The Chief Boatswain runs a wine smuggling business. Unfortunately the Navy start to get suspicious.
Director: Gordon Parry
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date: January 1, 1959
Cast
- Cecil Parker - Cmdr. Stanton
- Ronald Shiner - CPO Banyard
- Leslie Phillips - Lt. Pouter
- Elvi Hale - Leading WREN Heather
- Cardew Robinson - Lt. Binns
- Gordon Jackson - Leading Seaman Johnson
- Hattie Jacques - Fortune Teller
- Nicholas Phipps - Capt. Povey
- Harold Kasket - Gaston Higgins
- Harold Kasket - Lt. Bates R.N.
Screenplay
Editing: Basil Warren
Production: Herbert Wilcox Productions
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
royal navy
More Films by Director: Gordon Parry
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Navy Lark about?
- An Inshore Minesweeping Unit has been forgotten by the Navy after World War II on the peaceful island of Boonsley and they have adapted to their circumstances. The men still wear uniforms and the proper reports are filed, although the reports of hundreds of mines are exaggerated. The captain spends his time fishing, the Number One is busy romancing the only Wren on the island and The Chief Boatswain runs a wine smuggling business. Unfortunately the Navy start to get suspicious.
- Who directed The Navy Lark?
- The Navy Lark was directed by Gordon Parry.
- Who stars in The Navy Lark?
- The Navy Lark stars Cecil Parker, Ronald Shiner, Leslie Phillips, Elvi Hale, Cardew Robinson, Gordon Jackson.
- How long is The Navy Lark?
- The Navy Lark has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- What genre is The Navy Lark?
- The Navy Lark is a Comedy film.
- Where was The Navy Lark produced?
- The Navy Lark was produced in United Kingdom.