The Five Pound Orange (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film
Released in 1976, The Five Pound Orange is a comedy and drama film directed by June Howson, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. For many men edging on middle-age a mistress is a wistful pipe-dream. Gilbert has made fantasy into fact. But he becomes increasingly uncomfortable when his mistress makes him go against his code of ethics and forces him to burgle his wife's flat.
Who’s in it. The Five Pound Orange stars Peter Barkworth as Gilbert, Sarah Badel as Nicola, Bernard Horsfall as Nigel and Natasha Parry as Felicity, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Five Pound Orange page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Five Pound Orange tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Five Pound Orange (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Five Pound Orange change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Five Pound Orange?
- The Five Pound Orange stars Peter Barkworth, Sarah Badel, Bernard Horsfall, Natasha Parry and Jo Scott Matthews.
- When was The Five Pound Orange released?
- The Five Pound Orange was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.