Our Miss Fred (1972)

Name: Our Miss Fred
Genre: Comedy, War
Released: 1972
Duration: 92 min
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Danny La Rue, Alfred Marks, Lance Percival, Lally Bowers, Frances de la Tour

1h 32m United Kingdom

Comedy War

Plot

Danny La Rue shines in this 1970s drag comedy as Fred Wimbush, a Shakespearean actor unexpectedly drafted into WWII. While performing in a camp show in France, Fred finds himself in a precarious situation as Nazi forces close in. To avoid being executed as a spy, he must stay in his female guise. With a mix of risqué humor and clever wordplay, Fred navigates a chaotic escape alongside a troupe of Girl Guides, leading to a series of hilarious misadventures. The film blends comedy with wartime tension, showcasing La Rue's talent and charm.

Cast

Danny La Rue Alfred Marks Lance Percival Lally Bowers Frances de la Tour Walter Gotell Kristin Hatfield Jenny Twigge Vanessa Furse Seretta Wilson Sophie Batchelor John Barrard Nancy Nevinson Cyril Shaps Frank Thornton