An Alligator Named Daisy (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1955, An Alligator Named Daisy is a comedy and romance film directed by J. Lee Thompson, running about 85 minutes. “Britain's new laughter team” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Returning from a cricket match in Ireland, Peter Weston gains a pet alligator from another passenger who abandons it with him. He is horrified and while his first instinct is to get rid of it he develops a relationship with a young Irishwoman who appears to be entwined with the reptile. He soon discovers that Daisy is tame and seems to be the way to Moira's heart.
Who’s in it. An Alligator Named Daisy stars Donald Sinden as Peter Weston, Diana Dors as Vanessa Colebrook, Jeannie Carson as Moira O'Shannon and James Robertson Justice as Sir James Colebrook, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, An Alligator Named Daisy 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 An Alligator Named Daisy page.
If you liked it. Fans of An Alligator Named Daisy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch An Alligator Named Daisy (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for An Alligator Named Daisy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is An Alligator Named Daisy worth watching?
- An Alligator Named Daisy holds an audience score of 6.2 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 An Alligator Named Daisy?
- An Alligator Named Daisy stars Donald Sinden, Diana Dors, Jeannie Carson, James Robertson Justice and Roland Culver.