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Life is not going well for the Huggetts. Father has lost his job. Jimmy and his wife cannot get to South Africa where he has a new job. So the family decide that they should go to South Africa by truck. With their travelling companion they travel across the desert which includes a brush with the law.
The working-class Huggett family wins a holiday to the French Riviera after winning a newspaper competition. Their trip is filled with the usual Huggett family antics as they navigate cultural differences and eccentric characters. Despite the glamorous setting, they bring their own brand of down-to-earth humor and heartwarming chaos.
A lighthearted family comedy that continued the popular Huggett series, offering familiar humor and escapism. While not critically groundbreaking, it was generally well-received by audiences for its charming characters and comedic situations, solidifying its place as a popular Ealing Studios production.
Praised for its gentle, slice-of-life humor and relatable characters.
Seen as a charmingly old-fashioned family escapade.
Appreciated for its simple, feel-good entertainment value.
Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with many viewers enjoying the film for its nostalgic charm and lighthearted comedy that appeals to families.
This film is the third and final installment in the Huggett family film series, following 'Holiday Camp' (1947) and 'Here Come the Huggetts' (1948).
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Easily the most far-fetched outing for our stoical post-war British family, this one sees them embark on a trans-African trip after "Father" (Jack Warner) loses his job and "Jimmy" (Jimmy Hanley) manages to get himself one - in Johannesburg...