
On the Beat
As the COPPER who comes a CROPPER!
Norman Pitkin wants to be a policeman like his father was, but he fails the height test (amongst others). One day he gets out his father's old uniform and "walks the beat". This leads to a level of chaos that only Pitkin could cause
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Movie Details
- Original Title: On the Beat
- Genres: Comedy, Crime
- Release Date: 1962-12-11
- Runtime: 106 minutes
- Rating: 7.7/10 (29 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: The Rank Organisation
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.072
- Languages: English, Italian
Cast & Crew

Norman Wisdom
as Norman Pitkin / Giulio Napolitani

Jennifer Jayne
as Rosanna Guardia

Raymond Huntley
as Sir Ronald Ackroyd

David Lodge
as Inspector Cecil Hobson

Esma Cannon
as Mrs. Timms

Eric Barker
as Police Doctor

Eleanor Summerfield
as Sergeant Lucilla Wilkins

Ronnie Stevens
as Oberon

Terence Alexander
as Chief Superintendent Bert Belcher

Maurice Kaufmann
as Vince
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is On the Beat?▼
On the Beat is a Comedy, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1962-12-11.
Who are the main actors in On the Beat?▼
The main cast includes Norman Wisdom, Jennifer Jayne, Raymond Huntley, David Lodge, Esma Cannon, .
Where can I watch On the Beat online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if On the Beat is available.
Is On the Beat based on a true story?▼
As the COPPER who comes a CROPPER!
What is the IMDb rating of On the Beat?▼
On the Beat has an IMDb rating of 7.7/10 based on 29 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of On the Beat?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for On the Beat?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The Rank Organisation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was On the Beat filmed?▼
On the Beat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is On the Beat?▼
The total runtime of On the Beat is 106 minutes.
Is On the Beat suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to On the Beat?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to On the Beat.
Does On the Beat have a post-credit scene?▼
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