Elstree Calling (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1930, Elstree Calling is a comedy and music film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. A series of 19 musical and comedy "vaudeville" sketches presented in the form of a live television broadcast hosted by Tommy Handley (as himself).
Who’s in it. Elstree Calling stars Tommy Handley as The Host, Teddy Brown as Himself, Donald Calthrop as Himself / Petruchio in Taming of the Shrew and Jack Hulbert as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Elstree Calling has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Elstree Calling page.
If you liked it. Fans of Elstree Calling tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Elstree Calling (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Elstree Calling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Elstree Calling worth watching?
- Elstree Calling 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 Elstree Calling?
- Elstree Calling stars Tommy Handley, Teddy Brown, Donald Calthrop, Jack Hulbert and Helen Burnell.
- When was Elstree Calling released?
- Elstree Calling was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.