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Raising the Wind (1961)

Movie ★ 6.3 91 min

'Carry On' director Gerald Thomas helms this comedy caper featuring early appearances by James Robertson Justice, Sid James, Leslie Phillips, Kenneth Williams, Liz Fraser and Eric Barker. The film follows the hi-jinks of a group of music students who move into a shared flat in order to cut costs and have somewhere to practice their instruments. Things get tricky when Mervyn Hughes (Phillips) accidentally sells one of his compositions to an advertising agency and risks losing his scholarship. Can he and his friends find a way to raise the money to buy back the song rights?

Gerald Thomas Director Bruce Montgomery Writer

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Quick facts

Released
September 6, 1961
Runtime
91 min
IMDb
tt0055354
Language

Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Raising the Wind about?
'Carry On' director Gerald Thomas helms this comedy caper featuring early appearances by James Robertson Justice, Sid James, Leslie Phillips, Kenneth Williams, Liz Fraser and Eric Barker. The film follows the hi-jinks of a group of music students who move into a shared flat in order to cut costs and have somewhere to practice their instruments. Things get tricky when Mervyn Hughes (Phillips) accidentally sells one of his compositions to an advertising agency and risks losing his scholarship. Can he and his friends find a way to raise the money to buy back the song rights?
Who directed Raising the Wind?
Raising the Wind was directed by Gerald Thomas.
Who stars in Raising the Wind?
Raising the Wind stars James Robertson Justice, Leslie Phillips, Paul Massie, Kenneth Williams.
When was Raising the Wind released?
Raising the Wind is a 1961 comedy film.
Where can I watch Raising the Wind?
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