Theatre Royal (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1943, Theatre Royal is a comedy film directed by John Baxter, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. The Theatre Royal is a struggling London venue battling to keep its doors open. When the bank threatens to close it, the workers fear that they will soon be forced out of their jobs. The Royal's property master, Bob Parker (Bud Flanagan), recruits the rest of the staff to stage a benefit gala. They hope their show, featuring songs and dances, can raise enough cash to stave off the end. Meanwhile, they seek investors who can keep the Theatre Royal and its staff in business permanently.
Who’s in it. Theatre Royal stars Bud Flanagan as Bob Parker, Chesney Allen as Gordon Maxwell, Peggy Dexter as Connie Webster and Lydia Sherwood as Claudia Brent, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Theatre Royal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Theatre Royal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Theatre Royal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Theatre Royal (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Theatre Royal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Theatre Royal worth watching?
- Theatre Royal holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Theatre Royal?
- Theatre Royal stars Bud Flanagan, Chesney Allen, Peggy Dexter, Lydia Sherwood and Horace Kenney.
- When was Theatre Royal released?
- Theatre Royal was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.