The Plank (1979)
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Classic short British comedy, full of stars, about two workmen delivering planks to a building site. This is done with music and a sort of "wordless dialogue" which consists of a few mumbled sounds to convey the appropriate emotion. TV remake of the 1967 short.
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Eric SykesTaller Workman
Arthur LoweShorter Workman
Lionel BlairPaint-covered House Owner
Henry CooperBeer drinker
Harry H. CorbettAmourous Van Driver
Bernard CribbinsHouse painter
Robert DorningFork-Lift Truck Driver
Diana DorsWoman with Rose
Charlie DrakeDelivery man with cake
Jimmy EdwardsPoliceman
Deryck GuylerMilkman
Charles HawtreyCo-DriverMovie DNA
Genre affinityComedyDialogue densityComedyPacingShortDirector preference16691Actor preference16691 · 320069 · 352728Country preferenceUs
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Frequently asked questions about The Plank
What is The Plank about?
Classic short British comedy, full of stars, about two workmen delivering planks to a building site. This is done with music and a sort of "wordless dialogue" which consists of a few mumbled sounds to convey the appropriate emotion. TV remake of the 1967 short.
How long is The Plank?
The Plank has a runtime of 28 minutes.