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Postman's Knock (1962)

Movie ★ 4.9

Comedy

Likeable country postman Harold Petts gets transferred from his village to London, where on his arrival he unwittingly foils a mail train robbery. Innocent in the ways of the big city, he is thought to be a member of another gang by both the train robbers and the police, who all suspect him of trying to rob the post office where he works.

Robert Lynn Director

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Quick facts

Released
February 22, 1962
IMDb
tt0056363
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Cast

Spike Milligan Spike Milligan Harold Petts Barbara Shelley Barbara Shelley Jean John Wood John Wood P.C. Woods Warren Mitchell Warren Mitchell Rupert Archie Duncan Archie Duncan Inspector Lance Percival Lance Percival Joe Arthur Mullard Arthur Mullard Sam John Bennett John Bennett Pete Ronald Adam Ronald Adam Mr. Fordyce Miles Malleson Miles Malleson Psychiatrist Wilfrid Lawson Wilfrid Lawson Postman Mario Fabrizi Mario Fabrizi Villager Bob Todd Bob Todd District Superintendent

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Frequently asked questions

What is Postman's Knock about?
Likeable country postman Harold Petts gets transferred from his village to London, where on his arrival he unwittingly foils a mail train robbery. Innocent in the ways of the big city, he is thought to be a member of another gang by both the train robbers and the police, who all suspect him of trying to rob the post office where he works.
Who directed Postman's Knock?
Postman's Knock was directed by Robert Lynn.
Who stars in Postman's Knock?
Postman's Knock stars Spike Milligan, Barbara Shelley, John Wood, Warren Mitchell.
When was Postman's Knock released?
Postman's Knock is a 1962 comedy film.
Where can I watch Postman's Knock?
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