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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968)

“The most fantasmagorical musical entertainment in the history of everything!”

6.8/10 · 769 votes 2h 24m g ComedyFantasyAdventureFamilyMusic

#18 of 22 films from 1968 #1149 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Ken Hughes · Written by Ken Hughes, Roald Dahl, Ian Fleming

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Overview

A hapless inventor finally finds success with a flying car, which a dictator from a foreign government sets out to take for himself.

Cast

Dick Van Dykeas Caractacus Potts
Sally Ann Howesas Truly Scrumptious
Lionel Jeffriesas Grandpa Potts
Gert Fröbeas Baron Bomburst
Anna Quayleas Baroness Bomburst
Benny Hillas Toymaker
James Robertson Justiceas Lord Scrumptious
Robert Helpmannas Child Catcher
Barbara Windsoras Blonde
Davy Kayeas Admiral
Alexander Doréas First Spy
Bernard Spearas Second Spy
Stanley Unwinas Chancellor
Peter Arneas Captain of Guard

Facts

Release dateDecember 17, 1968
Runtime144 min (2h 24m) — longer as the 1968 average of 114 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Adventure, Family, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
Box office$7,500,445 (0.8× budget)
IMDbtt0062803

More from Ken Hughes

Casino RoyaleCasino Royale1967 · ★ 5.2 · 2h 11m

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Questions

How long is Chitty Chitty Bang Bang?
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang runs 144 minutes (2h 24m).
Is Chitty Chitty Bang Bang worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 769 votes, which places it #18 of 22 films released in 1968 in this index (top 23%) and #1149 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Chitty Chitty Bang Bang?
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was directed by Ken Hughes. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Casino Royale (1967).
Who stars in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang?
Dick Van Dyke as Caractacus Potts; Sally Ann Howes as Truly Scrumptious; Lionel Jeffries as Grandpa Potts; Gert Fröbe as Baron Bomburst; Anna Quayle as Baroness Bomburst; Benny Hill as Toymaker.
What is Chitty Chitty Bang Bang rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/60003.

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