Vice Versa (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1948, Vice Versa is a comedy film directed by Peter Ustinov, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. Businessman Paul Bultitude is sending his son Dick to a boarding school. While holding a magic stone from India, he wishes that he could be young again. His wish is immediately fulfilled and the two change bodies with each other. Mr Bultitude becomes a school boy who smokes cigars and has a very conservative view on child upbringing, while his son Dick becomes a gentleman who spends his time drinking lemonade and arranging children's parties.
Who’s in it. Vice Versa stars Roger Livesey as Paul Bultitude, Anthony Newley as Dick Bultitude, Kay Walsh as Florence 'Fanny' Verlane and Petula Clark as Dulcie Grimstone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Vice Versa 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 Vice Versa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Vice Versa tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Vice Versa (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Vice Versa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Vice Versa worth watching?
- Vice Versa holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Vice Versa?
- Vice Versa stars Roger Livesey, Anthony Newley, Kay Walsh, Petula Clark and James Robertson Justice.
- When was Vice Versa released?
- Vice Versa was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.