Director: John Guillermin•Genres: Comedy, Crime
When a wealthy industrialist dies, his will dictates that his fortune will go to his nephew, Arthur, only if Arthur can successfully run the family business for six months. Arthur, a dilettante, struggles immensely with the responsibilities, much to the chagrin of his ambitious colleagues and the delight of a rival firm plotting to take over.
Released in 1955, 'Where There's a Will' was a modest British comedy that performed adequately at the box office. Critics at the time generally found it to be a lighthearted and predictable romp, with Stanley Holloway's performance often cited as a highlight. Audiences enjoyed the familiar comedic tropes and the escapist nature of the plot.
A predictable but generally amusing British comedy.
Stanley Holloway delivers a charming performance that anchors the film.
Relies on familiar comedic setups and character archetypes.
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The film was directed by John Guillermin, who would go on to direct more well-known disaster films like 'The Towering Inferno' and 'King Kong' (1976).
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