Press for Time (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1966, Press for Time is a comedy film directed by Robert Asher, running about 102 minutes. “Norman's a newspaper reporter - in his funniest film yet!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Norman is quite happy selling newspapers outside Westminster station but his Grandfather (the Prime Minister) wants to get him "a more responsible job". A few favours are called in and Norman becomes the newest reporter at the seaside town of Tinmouth. After causing chaos at a local council meeting and causing the demolition of a new house he tries to organise a beauty pageant. A slapstick tale of corruption in high and low places
Who’s in it. Press for Time stars Norman Wisdom as Norman Sheilds, Angela Browne as Eleanor Lampton, Tracey Crisp as Ruby Fairchild and Derek Bond as Maj. R.E. Bartlett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Press for Time has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Press for Time page.
If you liked it. Fans of Press for Time tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Press for Time (1966)?
- In GB, Press for Time is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Press for Time worth watching?
- Press for Time holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Press for Time?
- Press for Time stars Norman Wisdom, Angela Browne, Tracey Crisp, Derek Bond and Allan Cuthbertson.
- When was Press for Time released?
- Press for Time was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.