Nurse on Wheels (1963): cast, story & where to watch

1963 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1963, Nurse on Wheels is a comedy and romance film directed by Gerald Thomas, running about 85 minutes. “Even funnier than "Carry On Nurse!"” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Quietly competent young Joanna moves with her scatterbrain mother to a country village to take up her first job as District Nurse. She soon overcomes the suspicion of her patients used to someone rather older, while becoming romantically involved with a local farmer - at least until he tries to evict a newly-arrived expectant couple who park their caravan on his land.

Who’s in it. Nurse on Wheels stars Juliet Mills as Joanna Jones, Ronald Lewis as Henry Edwards, Esma Cannon as Mrs. Jones and Joan Sims as Deborah Walcott, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Nurse on Wheels 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 Nurse on Wheels page.

If you liked it. Fans of Nurse on Wheels tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Nurse on Wheels (1963)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nurse on Wheels change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Nurse on Wheels worth watching?
Nurse on Wheels holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Nurse on Wheels?
Nurse on Wheels stars Juliet Mills, Ronald Lewis, Esma Cannon, Joan Sims and Athene Seyler.
When was Nurse on Wheels released?
Nurse on Wheels was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.