Bell-Bottom George (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1944, Bell-Bottom George is a comedy and war film directed by Marcel Varnel, running about 97 minutes. “He's all at sea!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. George is an unwilling civilian during the war. When an enlisted friend switches clothes with him in order to go to a party, George finds himself mistakenly pressed into the navy, where he gets involved with pretty Ann Firth and caught up in a subplot involving German spies.
Who’s in it. Bell-Bottom George stars George Formby as George Blake, Anne Firth as Pat, Reginald Purdell as Birdie Edwards and Peter Murray-Hill as Shapley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bell-Bottom George 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 Bell-Bottom George page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bell-Bottom George tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bell-Bottom George (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bell-Bottom George change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bell-Bottom George worth watching?
- Bell-Bottom George holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bell-Bottom George?
- Bell-Bottom George stars George Formby, Anne Firth, Reginald Purdell, Peter Murray-Hill and Manning Whiley.
- When was Bell-Bottom George released?
- Bell-Bottom George was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.