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Nearest and Dearest

Nearest and Dearest

Nearest and Dearest
1972 1h 23m6.6

Nearest and Dearest

“It Will Pickle Your Fancy!”

Comedy
6.6

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When Eli and Nellie Pledge's father dies, the duo are left in charge of his pickle empire. The two siblings are complete opposites and Eli wants out, but since he can't leave until Nellie is married, he sets about finding a husband for his old-fashioned sister.

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DirectorJohn Robins
ScreenplayRoy Bottomley, Tom Brennand
StatusReleased
ReleasedJanuary 1, 1972
CountryUnited Kingdom
Languageen
Runtime1h 23m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.6 / 10
IMDb⭐ 6.7 / 10
Votes6
GenresComedy
StudioHammer Film Productions, Granada Productions

Cast

Hylda Baker

Hylda Baker

Nellie Pledge

Jimmy Jewel

Jimmy Jewel

Eli Pledge

Edward Malin

Edward Malin

Walter Tattersall

Madge Hindle

Madge Hindle

Lily Tattersall

Norman Mitchell

Norman Mitchell

Vernon Smallpiece

Pat Ashton

Pat Ashton

Freda

John Barrett

John Barrett

Joshua Pledge

Peter Madden

Peter Madden

Court Bailiff

Yootha Joyce

Yootha Joyce

Mrs. Rhoda Rowbottom

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Norman Chappell

Man on Bus

Bert Palmer

Bert Palmer

Bert Henshaw

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Carmel Cryan

Club Hostess

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Kerry Jewel

Claude

Donald Bisset

Donald Bisset

Vicar

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Janie Collinge

Vinegar Vera

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Adele Warren

Mimi la Vere, Stripper

Joe Gladwin

Joe Gladwin

Stan Hardman

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Sue Hammer

Scarlet O'Hara

Nosher Powell

Nosher Powell

Bouncer

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nearest and Dearest

Where can I watch Nearest and Dearest?

Nearest and Dearest (1972) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Nearest and Dearest about?

When Eli and Nellie Pledge's father dies, the duo are left in charge of his pickle empire. The two siblings are complete opposites and Eli wants out, but since he can't leave until Nellie is married, he sets about finding a husband for his old-fashioned sister.

Who directed Nearest and Dearest?

Nearest and Dearest (1972) was directed by John Robins. The film is a Comedy production with a runtime of 1h 23m, rated 6.6/10.

How long is Nearest and Dearest?

Nearest and Dearest runs 1h 23m (83 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.6/10 from 6 votes. Genre: Comedy.

Is Nearest and Dearest worth watching?

Nearest and Dearest is rated 6.6/10 by 6 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Comedy fans.