
“A look at humor on the lighter side of the law---when a lady lawyer made a BRIEF appearance and--won HER case with LAUGHTER!”
She's new in chambers, and he's a troublemaker. But what 'is' the true status of the old lady's wartime marriage, and can the two young legal minds find the answer?
Release Date: 3/1/1962
Runtime: 90 minutes
Languages: English
Director: Ralph Thomas
00Companies: The Rank Organisation
Countries: United Kingdom
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Courtroom comedy farce is smartly written fun with an unexpected twist. Craig and Peach are barristers in the same chamber opposing one another in court when De Banzie brings suit against dodgy Moody, claiming to be his long lost wife. Since he is now shacked up with bubbly Fraser, he denies all knowledge of her. The case is a series of mishaps, causing blustery outbursts by judge Justice until the case is dismissed. That's where a delicious plot twist comes in that shows one can't always judge by appearance. Of course, the two warring barristers realise their mutual attraction by the end. Filled with delightful characters make this a treat, with a marvellous cast, down to the smallest of parts. Memeorable lines abound. Liz Fraser to court security officer Terry Scott, “Where can a lady get a drink around here?” His reply, “There's a water fountain over there.” “I want a drink, not a wash!”

Michael Craig
Tony Stevens

Mary Peach
Frances Pilbright

Brenda De Banzie
Gladys Rose Hanley

James Robertson Justice
Justice Haddon

Ron Moody
Sidney Pudney

Roland Culver
Sir John Pilbright

Liz Fraser
Pearl Hoskins

Charles Heslop
Peebles

Jameson Clark
George Lockwood

John Standing
Hubert Shannon

Joan Sims
Beryl Hoggins (aka Gale Tornado)

Graham Stark
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