It runs a compact 1h 25m. Streaming on Prime.
Synopsis
A nebbish schoolteacher begs his smooth (and misogynistic) pal to teach him 'the knack' – how to score with women. Serendipitously, the men meet up with a new girl in town, as well as a friendly lunatic who can’t help but paint things white.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 6.3/10 | 53% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 72% | 26% |
| TMDB | 6.0/1083 votes | 21% |
| Balasaur Score | 65 | 100% |
Key crew
- Richard LesterDirector
- Charles WoodScreenplay
- John BarryOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Rita TushinghamNancy Jones
- Ray BrooksTolen
- Michael CrawfordColin
- Donal DonnellyTom
- William DexterDress Shop Owner
- Charles DyerMan in Photo Booth
- Margot ThomasFemale Teacher
- John BluthalAngry Father
- Wensley PitheyTeacher
- Frank SiemanSurveyor
- Bruce LaceySurveyor's Asst.
- Peter CopleyPicture Owner
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