The Admirable Crichton (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1957, The Admirable Crichton is a comedy film directed by Lewis Gilbert, running about 94 minutes. “The Hilarious Story of What the Girls Saw in the Butler...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Lord Loam has modern ideas about his household, he believes in treating his servants as his equals - at least sometimes. His butler, Crichton, still believes that members of the serving class should know their place and be happy there. But when the Loam family are shipwrecked on a desert island with the self-reliant Crichton and lady's maid Tweeny, the class system is put to the test.
Who’s in it. The Admirable Crichton stars Kenneth More as Bill Crichton, Cecil Parker as Lord Henry Loam, Diane Cilento as Eliza Tweeny and Sally Ann Howes as Lady Mary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Admirable Crichton has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Admirable Crichton page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Admirable Crichton tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Admirable Crichton (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Admirable Crichton change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Admirable Crichton worth watching?
- The Admirable Crichton holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Admirable Crichton?
- The Admirable Crichton stars Kenneth More, Cecil Parker, Diane Cilento, Sally Ann Howes and Martita Hunt.
- When was The Admirable Crichton released?
- The Admirable Crichton was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.