Davy

Davy

1958 · 83 min · ★ 5.7 · Comedy, Drama, Music

The Mad Morgans are a family song and dance act touring the British Music Halls. Young Davy is the star of the act but should he stay with his family or strike out on his own ? The last comedy to be produced at Ealing Studios.

Directed by Michael Relph · Written by William Rose

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Harry Secombe Davy Morgan
Alexander Knox Sir Giles Manning
Bill Owen Eric
Joan Sims Tea Lady
Kenneth Connor Herbie
Liz Fraser Tea Lady
Bernard Cribbins Stage Hand (uncredited)
Ron Randell George
George Relph Uncle Pat
Susan Shaw Gwen
Peter Frampton Tim
Adele Leigh Joanna

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