Private's Progress (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1956, Private's Progress is a comedy and war film directed by John Boulting, running about 97 minutes. “The film that is respectfully dedicated to all those who got away with it !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Stanley Windrush has to interrupt his university education when he is called up towards the end of the war. He quickly proves himself not to be officer material, but befriends wily Private Percival Cox who knows exactly how all the scams work in the confused world of the British Army. And Stanley's brigadier War Office uncle seems to be up to something more than a bit shady too - and they are both soon working for him, behind the enemy lines.
Who’s in it. Private's Progress stars Ian Carmichael as Pte. Stanley Windrush, Richard Attenborough as Pvt. Percival Henry Cox, Terry-Thomas as Major Hitchcock and John Le Mesurier as Psychiatrist, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Private's Progress 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 Private's Progress page.
If you liked it. Fans of Private's Progress tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Private's Progress (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Private's Progress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Private's Progress worth watching?
- Private's Progress holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Private's Progress?
- Private's Progress stars Ian Carmichael, Richard Attenborough, Terry-Thomas, John Le Mesurier and William Hartnell.
- When was Private's Progress released?
- Private's Progress was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.