An accident in the butchers shop leads Norman Pitkin and Mr Grimsdale to the hospital where, after causing the normal amount of chaos, Pitkin finds Lindy, a little girl who hasn't spoken or smiled since her parents were killed in an aeroplane accident. Pitkin decides to help.
Norman Pitkin, a bumbling but good-hearted British workman, finds himself in a series of hilarious misadventures when he travels to a French Riviera resort. Mistaken for a wealthy businessman, he attempts to woo a beautiful American heiress while trying to avoid his suspicious wife and a rival suitor. His attempts to maintain the facade lead to escalating comedic chaos and mistaken identities.
A Stitch in Time was a popular film in its time, primarily appealing to fans of Norman Wisdom's slapstick comedy. While not critically acclaimed for its sophisticated humor or plot, it was generally seen as a lighthearted and entertaining British comedy.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight Norman Wisdom's performance as the main draw, with many finding the film a nostalgic and amusing watch. Some viewers noted the humor as dated but still enjoyable for its simple charm.
Norman Wisdom, known for his iconic character Norman Pitkin, often performed his own stunts, which contributed to his relatable and sometimes accident-prone persona on screen.
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