Up the Chastity Belt (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1972, Up the Chastity Belt is a comedy film directed by Bob Kellett, running about 94 minutes. “Frankie Howerd is the Funniest Knight of the Year!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A funny thing happened to Lurkalot, serf to Sir Coward de Custard, on the way to Custard Castle. Lurkalot sells lusty love potions and rusty chastity belts in the market place, but on this day Sir Graggart de Bombast arrives to sack the castle, and to get the lovely Lobelia Custard in the sack! Lurkalot must help Custard cream the knight in pining armour...
Who’s in it. Up the Chastity Belt stars Frankie Howerd as Lurkalot/Richard the Lionheart, Graham Crowden as Sir Coward de Custard, Bill Fraser as Sir Braggart de Bombast and Roy Hudd as Nick the Pick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Up the Chastity Belt has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Up the Chastity Belt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Up the Chastity Belt tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Up the Chastity Belt (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Up the Chastity Belt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Up the Chastity Belt worth watching?
- Up the Chastity Belt holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Up the Chastity Belt?
- Up the Chastity Belt stars Frankie Howerd, Graham Crowden, Bill Fraser, Roy Hudd and Hugh Paddick.
- When was Up the Chastity Belt released?
- Up the Chastity Belt was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.