Barnacle Bill (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1957, Barnacle Bill is a comedy film directed by Charles Frend, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. A seasick sea captain commands an amusement pier despite local opposition. Released in the U.S. as 'All at Sea'
Who’s in it. Barnacle Bill stars Alec Guinness as Captain William Horatio Ambrose, Irene Browne as Mrs. Barrington, Maurice Denham as Crowley and Percy Herbert as Tommy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Barnacle Bill has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Channel 4 Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Barnacle Bill page.
If you liked it. Fans of Barnacle Bill tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Barnacle Bill (1957)?
- In GB, Barnacle Bill is available to stream on Channel 4 Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Barnacle Bill worth watching?
- Barnacle Bill holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Barnacle Bill?
- Barnacle Bill stars Alec Guinness, Irene Browne, Maurice Denham, Percy Herbert and Victor Maddern.
- When was Barnacle Bill released?
- Barnacle Bill was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.