Joey Boy (1965) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Joey Boy (1965) — While posters urge austerity and vigilance in wartime Britain, 'Joey Boy' Thompson has…
Joey Boy (1965) Storyline
While posters urge austerity and vigilance in wartime Britain, 'Joey Boy' Thompson has never had it better. In a cellar beneath his East London fish shop, a gambling club thrives – and austerity provides a nice black-market sideline. But the dolce vita crumbles when police arrive in a lightning raid, and offer Joey and his fellow reprobates a stark choice: sign up for active service, or face another stint inside. Thus the lads find themselves heading off to Italy, determined to make the best of it...
Full Cast & Crew
- Harry H. Corbett as Joey Boy Thompson
- Stanley Baxter as Benny 'The Kid' Lindowski
- Bill Fraser as Sergeant Major Dobbs
- Reg Varney as Rabbit Malone
- Lance Percival as Clarence Doubleday
- John Harvey as Signals officer
- Wanda Ventham as Italian Girl
- Freddie Mills as Sergeant
- Percy Herbert as Mad George Long
- Moira Lister as Lady Thameridge
- Derek Nimmo as Lt Hope
- Thorley Walters as Col. Grant
- Eric Pohlmann as Antonio
- John Phillips as Insp. Morgan
- Edward Chapman as Tom Hobson
Why Watch Joey Boy?
The Vibe: Joey Boy is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie from 1965. Directed by Frank Launder, and starring Harry H. Corbett, Stanley Baxter, Bill Fraser While posters urge austerity and vigilance in wartime Britain, 'Joey Boy' Thompson has never had it better.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.8/10, Joey Boy retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 28m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies, Joey Boy deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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