The Bargee (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1964, The Bargee is a comedy film directed by Duncan Wood, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. After a lock-keeper entrusts his daughter to a canal Casanova, he is shocked to learn that she is pregnant. He then refuses to open his locks - causing barges to pile up in every direction until the guilty party confesses.
Who’s in it. The Bargee stars Harry H. Corbett as Hemel Pike, Hugh Griffith as Joe Turnbull, Eric Sykes as The Mariner and Ronnie Barker as Ronnie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Bargee 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 The Bargee page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bargee tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bargee (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bargee change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bargee worth watching?
- The Bargee holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bargee?
- The Bargee stars Harry H. Corbett, Hugh Griffith, Eric Sykes, Ronnie Barker and Julia Foster.
- When was The Bargee released?
- The Bargee was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.