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Ask a Policeman

Ask a Policeman

The mirthful adventures of Police-Sergeant Samuel Dudfoot and his two constables, Albert Brown and Jeremias Harbottle, who stage a fabricated crime-wave to save their jobs---and then find themselves involved in the real thing.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Ask a Policeman
  • Genres: Comedy
  • Release Date: 1939-04-29
  • Runtime: 83 minutes
  • Rating: 7.4/10 (21 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Gainsborough Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.7032
  • Languages:

Cast & Crew

Will Hay

Will Hay

as Sergt. Dudfoot

Graham Moffatt

Graham Moffatt

as Albert

Moore Marriott

Moore Marriott

as Harbottle

Glennis Lorimer

Glennis Lorimer

as Emily

Peter Gawthorne

Peter Gawthorne

as Chief Constable

Charles Oliver

Charles Oliver

as The Squire

Herbert Lomas

Herbert Lomas

as Coastguard

Patrick Aherne

Patrick Aherne

as Motorist

Cyril Chamberlain

Cyril Chamberlain

as Radio Announcer

Noel Dainton

Noel Dainton

as Revenue Officer

Gallery

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External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ask a Policeman?

Ask a Policeman is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1939-04-29.

Who are the main actors in Ask a Policeman?

The main cast includes Will Hay, Graham Moffatt, Moore Marriott, Glennis Lorimer, Peter Gawthorne, .

Where can I watch Ask a Policeman online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ask a Policeman is available.

Is Ask a Policeman based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Ask a Policeman?

Ask a Policeman has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 21 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Ask a Policeman?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Ask a Policeman?

The soundtrack was composed by Gainsborough Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Ask a Policeman filmed?

Ask a Policeman was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Ask a Policeman?

The total runtime of Ask a Policeman is 83 minutes.

Is Ask a Policeman suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Ask a Policeman?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ask a Policeman.

Does Ask a Policeman have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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