Directing
Joseph McGrath
Born March 28, 1928 · Glasgow, Scotland, UK (age 98)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Joseph 'Apocalypse' McGrath (born 1930, Glasgow), sometimes referred to as "'Apocalypse'" Joe McGrath or Croisette Meubles, is a Scottish film director and screenwriter best remembered for his two films, Casino Royale (1967) and The Magic Christian (1969). McGrath frequently collaborated with Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. In the 2004 film The Life and…
Known For
Casino Royale · 1967Casino Royale
★ 5.21967
MovieAdventureAction
Sir James Bond is called back out of retirement to stop SMERSH. In order to trick SMERSH, James thinks up the ultimate plan - that every agent will be named 'James Bond'. One of the Bonds, whose real name is Evelyn Tremble is sent to take on Le Chiffre in a game of baccarat, but all the Bonds get more than they can handle.
The Magic Christian · 1969The Magic Christian
★ 5.81969
MovieComedy
Sir Guy Grand, the richest man in the world, adopts a homeless man, Youngman. Together, they set out to prove that anyone--and anything--can be bought.
The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom · 1968The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom
★ 6.81968
MovieComedy
Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her. One day, Harriet's sewing machine breaks, so Robert sends a repairman, Ambrose, to fix it. It's lust at first sight for Harriet, who convinces Ambrose to hide out in the attic for a tryst. When her new beau shows no desire to leave, the pair begin a years-long love affair right under Robert's nose.
Rising Damp · 1980Rising Damp
★ 5.51980
MovieComedy
Stingy landlord Rigsby manages to scam his lodgers John, an art student, and Philip, an African medical student, making both pay for a room they must share. However Rigsby's favorite lodger, Miss Jones, flirts with Philip rather than him, despite his pitiful attempts at seduction.
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It · 1977The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It
★ 6.31977
MovieThrillerComedy
John Cleese is hilarious as the descendant of Sherlock Holmes in this modern detective drama of international power politics and intrigue. Unlike his illustrious grandfather however, he only succeeds in bungling every job he organizes. Also stars Arthur Lowe as the "bionic" grandson of Dr. Watson, Stratford Johns as the Commissioner of Police, and Connie Booth as Mrs. Hudson.
Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World · 1973Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World
★ 4.81973
MovieFamilyScience Fiction
Digby consumes a bowl of Project X, a liquid growth formula. Soon, he becomes a sheepdog of gigantic size!
Secrets of a Door-to-Door Salesman · 1973Secrets of a Door-to-Door Salesman
★ 3.41973
MovieComedy
Lobster fisherman David decides to seek his fortune in London where he finds lodging in a boarding house for girls.
Girls Come First · 1975Girls Come First
★ 3.21975
MovieComedy
Up and coming portrait artist Alan Street is employed by the owner of a Soho Swingers Club to paint the nude hostesses. Whilst Alan relishes his new job his beautiful girlfriend is less than impressed.






