Rockets Galore (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1958, Rockets Galore is a comedy film directed by Michael Relph, running about 94 minutes. “Remember "Whisky Galore"? The Islanders of TODDAY are now preparing to give the Government a swift kick in its rocket base!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The inhabitants of Todday are content to live their lives in peace and quiet, until, that is, the government decides their little corner of the world would be the perfect place for a rocket launch site.
Who’s in it. Rockets Galore stars Donald Sinden as Hugh Mander, Jeannie Carson as Janet Macleod, Roland Culver as Capt Waggett and Catherine Lacey as Mrs Waggett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Rockets Galore 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 Rockets Galore page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rockets Galore tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rockets Galore (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rockets Galore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rockets Galore worth watching?
- Rockets Galore holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rockets Galore?
- Rockets Galore stars Donald Sinden, Jeannie Carson, Roland Culver, Catherine Lacey and Noel Purcell.
- When was Rockets Galore released?
- Rockets Galore was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.