The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1987, The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball is a comedy and music film directed by Ken O'Neill, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. When the British Amnesty shows finally resumed in 1987 after a six-year hiatus, the show format was retooled in an effort to take advantage of the growing number of rock musicians supporting Amnesty. Instead of the live show being primarily a comedy show with a few musical cameos, the event made a point of giving equal emphasis to the comedy and the music.
Who’s in it. The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball stars Chet Atkins as Self, Jackson Browne as Self, John Cleese as Jim Cleese and Robbie Coltrane as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball (1987)?
- In US, The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball worth watching?
- The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball?
- The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball stars Chet Atkins, Jackson Browne, John Cleese, Robbie Coltrane and Ben Elton.
- When was The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball released?
- The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.