Smiley Gets a Gun (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1958, Smiley Gets a Gun is a comedy film directed by Anthony Kimmins, running about 90 minutes. “Everyone who ever was a boy... or ever loved one will do wild over...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The happy-go-lucky young Smiley gets into more strife as he attempts to prove himself a responsible citizen by helping others - all so he can earn a new gun from Sergeant Flaxman.
Who’s in it. Smiley Gets a Gun stars Sybil Thorndike as Granny McKinley, Chips Rafferty as Sergeant Flaxman, Keith Calvert as Smiley Greevins and Bruce Archer as Joey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Smiley Gets a Gun has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Smiley Gets a Gun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Smiley Gets a Gun tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Smiley Gets a Gun (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smiley Gets a Gun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Smiley Gets a Gun worth watching?
- Smiley Gets a Gun holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Smiley Gets a Gun?
- Smiley Gets a Gun stars Sybil Thorndike, Chips Rafferty, Keith Calvert, Bruce Archer and Ruth Cracknell.
- When was Smiley Gets a Gun released?
- Smiley Gets a Gun was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.