The Testing of Eric Olthwaite (1977) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Testing of Eric Olthwaite (1977) — Eric Olthwaite is so boring that his family all leave home to escape him.
The Testing of Eric Olthwaite (1977) Storyline
Eric Olthwaite is so boring that his family all leave home to escape him. Then one day he is accidentally caught up in a bank robbery and discovers that the robber shares his interests in shovels, black pudding and rainfall so they team up to make daring raids to steal rainfall records. As a result Eric becomes famous and is considered interesting again, so much so that he is made the mayor of Denley Moor.
Full Cast & Crew
- Michael Palin as Eric Olthwaite / Bank Manager
- Barbara New as Mrs. Olthwaite
- John Barrett as Mr. Olthwaite
- Anita Carey as Irene Olthwaite
- Liz Smith as Mrs. Bag
- Reg Lye as Mr. Bag
- Petra Markham as Enid Bag
- Kenneth Colley as Robber
- Roger Avon as Chauffeur
- Clifford Kershaw as Mayor
- Norman Mitchell as 1st Pressman
- Anthony Smee as 2nd Pressman
- Marcelle Samett as Boy's Mother
- Peter Graham as Boy
Why Watch The Testing of Eric Olthwaite?
The Vibe: The Testing of Eric Olthwaite is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie from 1977. Directed by Jim Franklin, and starring Michael Palin, Barbara New, John Barrett Eric Olthwaite is so boring that his family all leave home to escape him.
Fan Reception: With an exceptional rating of 8.5/10, The Testing of Eric Olthwaite is widely acclaimed by audiences, signifying elite-tier storytelling and production value that puts it among the best comedy titles of 1977.
Time Investment: At a brisk 30 minutes, 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, The Testing of Eric Olthwaite deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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