The Wrong Arm of the Law (1963)
The Wrong Arm of the Law is a 1963 crime movie directed by Cliff Owen, with a running time of 1h 34m. It stars Peter Sellers, Lionel Jeffries and Bernard Cribbins.
The crooks in London know how it works. No one carries guns and no one resists the police. Then a new gang appears that go one better. They dress as police and steal from the crooks. This upsets the natural order of the police/criminal relationship and the police and the crooks join forces to catch the IPOs (Impersonating Police Officers), including an armoured car robbery in which the police must help the gangs to set a trap.
Quick answers
What is The Wrong Arm of the Law about?
The crooks in London know how it works. No one carries guns and no one resists the police. Then a new gang appears that go one better. They dress as police and steal from the crooks. This upsets the natural order of the police/criminal relationship and the police and the crooks join forces to catch the IPOs (Impersonating Police Officers), including an armoured car robbery in which the police must help the gangs to set a trap.
When was The Wrong Arm of the Law released?
The Wrong Arm of the Law was released on 17 March 1963.
How long is The Wrong Arm of the Law?
The Wrong Arm of the Law runs 1h 34m.
Who made The Wrong Arm of the Law?
The Wrong Arm of the Law was directed by Cliff Owen.
Where can I watch The Wrong Arm of the Law?
The Wrong Arm of the Law is available on BFI Player Amazon Channel and Amazon Video.
Where to watch The Wrong Arm of the Law
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Cast
- Peter Sellers as Pearly Gates
- Lionel Jeffries as Inspector Fred 'Nosey' Parker
- Bernard Cribbins as Nervous O'Toole
- Nanette Newman as Valerie
- Davy Kaye as Trainer King
- Bill Kerr as Jack Coombes
- Ed Devereaux as Bluey May
- Reg Lye as Reg Denton
- John Le Mesurier as Assistant Commissioner
- Graham Stark as Sid Cooper
- Martin Boddey as Superintendent J.S. Forest
- Irene Browne as Dowager