It's a Grand Life (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1953, It's a Grand Life is a comedy film directed by John E. Blakeley, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Classic British comedy following an accident-prone army Private, played by music hall legend Frank Randle in his final screen role, as he attempts to rescue a Corporal (played by icon Diana Dors) from the attentions of a predatory Sergeant-Major.
Who’s in it. It's a Grand Life stars Frank Randle as Pvt. Randle, Diana Dors as Cpl. Paula Clements, Dan Young as Pvt. Young and Michael Brennan as Sgt. Maj. O'Reilly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, It's a Grand Life 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 It's a Grand Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of It's a Grand Life tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch It's a Grand Life (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for It's a Grand Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is It's a Grand Life worth watching?
- It's a Grand Life 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 It's a Grand Life?
- It's a Grand Life stars Frank Randle, Diana Dors, Dan Young, Michael Brennan and Jennifer Jayne.
- When was It's a Grand Life released?
- It's a Grand Life was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.