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Smiley (1956)

97 min  -  Comedy  -   12 June 1957 (USA)
6.9
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Smiley Greevins is a cheeky, mischievous, imaginative little boy who lives in the small town of Murrumbilla in the Australian outback... See full summary »

Director:

Anthony Kimmins

Writers:

Anthony Kimmins, Moore Raymond (novel), and 1 more credit »

Stars:

Colin Petersen, Bruce Archer and Ralph Richardson
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Colin Petersen Colin Petersen ...
Bruce Archer Bruce Archer ...
Ralph Richardson Ralph Richardson ...
Reverend Lambeth
John McCallum John McCallum ...
Jim Rankin
Chips Rafferty Chips Rafferty ...
Jocelyn Hernfield Jocelyn Hernfield ...
Miss Workman
Reg Lye Reg Lye ...
Margaret Christensen Margaret Christensen ...
Charles 'Bud' Tingwell Charles 'Bud' Tingwell ...
Marion Johns Marion Johns ...
Mrs. Stevens
Gavin Davies Gavin Davies ...
Fred Stevens
Toni Hansen Toni Hansen ...
Jean Holt
William Rees William Rees ...
Mr Johnson
John Fegan John Fegan ...
Nobby
Guy Doleman Guy Doleman ...
Bill McVitty
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Storyline

Smiley Greevins is a cheeky, mischievous, imaginative little boy who lives in the small town of Murrumbilla in the Australian outback. His father Bill is a poor drover who is often away from home. Much to the exasperation of his overworked wife, Ma Greevins, Bill is also very fond of the drink. Smiley is determined to buy himself a push bike and so he takes on odd jobs in an effort to save up enough money. But Smiley always seems to get caught up in some sort of misadventure. Smiley is a classic Australian film that will delight audiences of all ages. Written by Grant  

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Based On Novel | Character Name In Title

Genres:

Comedy

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Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Äventyr i vildmarken See more »

Filming Locations:

Camden, New South Wales, Australia See more »

Company Credits

Production Co:

London Film Productions See more »
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Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1
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Trivia

Two-up is an Australian gambling game. Players wager on the toss of two coins, placing money on a result of two heads or two tails. If one of each turns up, there is no result and the coins are tossed again. See more »

Goofs

Continuity: Smiley leaves his shirt and hat and a letter behind when he crosses the river to take a parcel the King Billy. However, when he returns he only collects the letter and his shirt. See more »

Connections

Followed by Smiley Gets a Gun (1958) See more »

Soundtracks

"All Things Bright and Beautiful"
(uncredited)
Music by William H. Monk and lyrics by Cecil F. Alexander
Sung in the church See more »