Under the Hammer (1984)
All seems ready for a major sale of impressionist paintings to be graced by a royal visit. But panic erupts in the boardroom when the pedigree of the Van Gogh - to be sold by the Russians - is questioned. When it causes a scene between the porters, Les and Mick, a respectable firm is forced to take drastic action to save the big day.
Director: Richard Wilson
Genre: Comedy, TV Movie
Runtime: 70 min
Release Date: March 27, 1984
Cast
- Peter Vaughan - Les Stone
- Michael Aldridge - John Bourke-White
- James Maxwell - Geoffrey Anderson
- Peter Bayliss - Trevor Boveen
- Robert Putt - Mick McClaren
- Stanley Lebor - Derek
- Bernard Gallagher - Jim
- David Cardy - Tony
- Christopher Fulford - Billy
- Harry Ditson - Teichman
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Richard Wilson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Under the Hammer about?
- All seems ready for a major sale of impressionist paintings to be graced by a royal visit. But panic erupts in the boardroom when the pedigree of the Van Gogh - to be sold by the Russians - is questioned. When it causes a scene between the porters, Les and Mick, a respectable firm is forced to take drastic action to save the big day.
- Who directed Under the Hammer?
- Under the Hammer was directed by Richard Wilson.
- Who stars in Under the Hammer?
- Under the Hammer stars Peter Vaughan, Michael Aldridge, James Maxwell, Peter Bayliss, Robert Putt, Stanley Lebor.
- How long is Under the Hammer?
- Under the Hammer has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is Under the Hammer?
- Under the Hammer is a Comedy, TV Movie film.