Arthur's Hallowed Ground

Arthur's Hallowed Ground

1984 · 71 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy, TV Movie

Arthur is the groundsman. He's a perfectionist who has lovingly tended the cricket pitch for 45 years. Now he is given a new assistant.

Directed by Freddie Young · Written by Peter Gibbs

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