Play Up the Band (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1935, Play Up the Band is a comedy and music film directed by Harry Hughes, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. A brass band goes to London to take part in a competition.
Who’s in it. Play Up the Band stars Stanley Holloway as Sam Small, Betty Ann Davies as Betty Small, Leslie Bradley as Jack Heckdyke and Frank Atkinson as Alf Ramsbottom, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Play Up the Band 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 Play Up the Band page.
If you liked it. Fans of Play Up the Band tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Play Up the Band (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Play Up the Band change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Play Up the Band worth watching?
- Play Up the Band holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Play Up the Band?
- Play Up the Band stars Stanley Holloway, Betty Ann Davies, Leslie Bradley, Frank Atkinson and Charles Sewell.
- When was Play Up the Band released?
- Play Up the Band was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.