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Nearly a Nasty Accident (1961): cast, story & where to watch

1961 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1961, Nearly a Nasty Accident is a comedy film directed by Don Chaffey, running about 86 minutes. “Everything he touches... NEARLY comes off!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The RAF Group Captain has a hard job to restrain the aircraft-man from tinkering with everything he can get his hands on

Who’s in it. Nearly a Nasty Accident stars Jimmy Edwards as Group Capt. Kingsley, Kenneth Connor as AC 2 Alexander Wood, Shirley Eaton as Cpl. Jean Briggs and Eric Barker as The Air Minister, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Nearly a Nasty Accident sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nearly a Nasty Accident page.

If you liked it. Fans of Nearly a Nasty Accident tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Nearly a Nasty Accident (1961)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nearly a Nasty Accident change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Nearly a Nasty Accident worth watching?
Nearly a Nasty Accident holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Nearly a Nasty Accident?
Nearly a Nasty Accident stars Jimmy Edwards, Kenneth Connor, Shirley Eaton, Eric Barker and Jon Pertwee.
When was Nearly a Nasty Accident released?
Nearly a Nasty Accident was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.