

Press for Time (1966)
Norman's a newspaper reporter - in his funniest film yet!
Plot Summary
Norman is quite happy selling newspapers outside Westminster station but his Grandfather (the Prime Minister) wants to get him "a more responsible job". A few favours are called in and Norman becomes the newest reporter at the seaside town of Tinmouth. After causing chaos at a local council meeting and causing the demolition of a new house he tries to organise a beauty pageant. A slapstick tale of corruption in high and low places
Full Cast & Characters

Norman Wisdom
Norman Shields / Emily Shields / Wilfred, the Prime Minister

Derek Bond
Major Rupert Bartlett

Angela Browne
Miss Eleanor Lampton

Tracey Crisp
Miss Ruby Fairchild

Allan Cuthbertson
Mr. Ballard

Noel Dyson
Lady Mayor Mrs. Corcoran

Derek Francis
Alderman Ernest Corcoran

Peter Jones
Robin Willobey

David Lodge
Mr. Ross

Stanley Unwin
Mr. Nottage

Frances White
Liz Corcoran

Michael Balfour
Sewerman
Director & Crew
Robert Asher
Director
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What is the IMDb rating of Press for Time?
It has an IMDb rating of 5.9/10 based on 17 votes.
Who directed Press for Time?
Press for Time was directed by Robert Asher and released in 1966.
How long is Press for Time?
Press for Time has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1966-12-08
- Status
- Released