Don't Panic Chaps! (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1959, Don't Panic Chaps! is a comedy and war film directed by George Pollock, running about 85 minutes. “Why fight a war when there are bigger things at stake…” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During World War II, four British soldiers are commissioned to set up an observation post on a seemingly deserted island in the Mediterranean. However, while surveying the island, the Brits come across four German soldiers holed up in a monastery. The Brits and the Germans agree to a truce, sharing the monastery together until either the British or German troops arrive. But when a shipwrecked Slavic girl ends up on the island, a battle over her erupts amongst the men.
Who’s in it. Don't Panic Chaps! stars Dennis Price, George Cole, Thorley Walters and Harry Fowler as Ackroyd, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Don't Panic Chaps! 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 Don't Panic Chaps! page.
If you liked it. Fans of Don't Panic Chaps! tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Don't Panic Chaps! (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Don't Panic Chaps! change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Don't Panic Chaps! worth watching?
- Don't Panic Chaps! holds an audience score of 6.7 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 Don't Panic Chaps!?
- Don't Panic Chaps! stars Dennis Price, George Cole, Thorley Walters, Harry Fowler and Nadja Regin.
- When was Don't Panic Chaps! released?
- Don't Panic Chaps! was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.