The Plank. Image shows from L to R: Larger Workman (Tommy Cooper), Smaller Workman (Eric Sykes). Copyright: Associated London Films Limited
The Plank
- 1967 film
Near-silent comedy written and directed by Eric Sykes about two bungling workmen trying desperately to transport a wooden plank. Also features Tommy Cooper, Jimmy Edwards, Roy Castle, Graham Stark, Stratford Johns and more.
Another production also has this name.
The Plank. Image shows from L to R: Smaller Workman (Eric Sykes), Larger Workman (Tommy Cooper). Copyright: Associated London Films Limited
Key details
- Genre
- Film
- Released
- 1967
- Stars
- Tommy Cooper, Eric Sykes, Jimmy Edwards, Roy Castle, Graham Stark, Stratford Johns, Jimmy Tarbuck, Jim Dale and more
- Writer
- Eric Sykes
- Director
- Eric Sykes
- Producers
- Jon Penington and Beryl Vertue
- Company
Based on an episode of hit sitcom Sykes And A..., The Plank follows two accident-prone workmen about London as they attempt to purchase and transport a single plank for the flooring of a new house.
Utilising a rich array of music and sound effects to their full potential, the 51 minute film features only a few mutterings of dialogue through its entire length.
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Additional details
- UK certificate
- U
- Duration
- 55 minutes
- Production
- Location
- Camera set-up
- Single camera
- Picture
- Colour
Website links
Broadcast details
- Most recent repeats
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- Saturday 23rd September 2023 at 6:05pm on TPTV
- Wednesday 22nd March 2023 at 7:05pm on TPTV
- Saturday 17th September 2022 at 4:55am on TPTV