Mutiny on the Buses (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1972, Mutiny on the Buses is a comedy film directed by Harry Booth, running about 89 minutes. “Your Favourite BUSES Fun Gang... Back Again in Their SECOND Big Screen Comedy!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bus driver Stan Butler agrees to marry Suzy, much to the anguish of Mum, her son-in-law, Arthur, and daughter Olive. How, they wonder, will they ever manage without Stan's money coming in? Then Arthur is sacked, and Stan agrees to delay the wedding. Meanwhile, he hits on an idea: Arthur should learn to drive a bus. Somehow he does just that, and even gets a job. Stan then blackmails the Depot Manager into giving him the job of driver on the new money-making Special Tours Bus. A great idea ...if only the inspector hadn't taken Stan on his trial run to the Windsor Safari Park
Who’s in it. Mutiny on the Buses stars Reg Varney as Stan Butler, Doris Hare as Stan's Mum, Michael Robbins as Arthur his brother in law and Anna Karen as Olive his sister, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Mutiny on the Buses has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mutiny on the Buses page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mutiny on the Buses tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mutiny on the Buses (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mutiny on the Buses change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mutiny on the Buses worth watching?
- Mutiny on the Buses holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mutiny on the Buses?
- Mutiny on the Buses stars Reg Varney, Doris Hare, Michael Robbins, Anna Karen and Bob Grant.
- When was Mutiny on the Buses released?
- Mutiny on the Buses was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.