The Cherry Picker (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1974, The Cherry Picker is a comedy film directed by Peter Curran, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. American V.I.P James Burn II finds his son James Burn III (Bob Sherman) leading a giant "sleep-in" that has taken over Windsor Castle. He hires Nancy (Lulu) to get him out of the castle and into work. With the help of her crazy eccentric father, (Wilfred Hyde-White) who believes in working day and night and producing nothing and uses a fantastic astro-telescope for casual bird watching, she does just that !
Who’s in it. The Cherry Picker stars Lulu, Bob Sherman, Wilfrid Hyde-White and Spike Milligan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Cherry Picker has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cherry Picker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cherry Picker tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cherry Picker (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cherry Picker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cherry Picker worth watching?
- The Cherry Picker holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Cherry Picker?
- The Cherry Picker stars Lulu, Bob Sherman, Wilfrid Hyde-White, Spike Milligan and Patrick Cargill.
- When was The Cherry Picker released?
- The Cherry Picker was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.