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It's a Grand Life

It's a Grand Life

1953 · 102 min · ★ 6.8 · Comedy

Classic British comedy following an accident-prone army Private, played by music hall legend Frank Randle in his final screen role, as he attempts to rescue a Corporal (played by icon Diana Dors) from the attentions of a predatory Sergeant-Major.

Directed by John E. Blakeley · Written by Frank Randle

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