On the Buses
1971, English. Directed by Harry Booth.
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Stan gets a little annoyed when his Mum and Sister keep buying expensive items on hire purchase, but the money he earns for overtime working as a bus driver means that he can afford it... just! His job is secure, as bus drivers are hard to come by, and his overtime prospects are good, until the bus company decide to revoke a long standing rule and employ women bus drivers. Aghast at the thought of
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 9 July 1971
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Ronald Wolfe, Ronald Chesney
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On the Buses: quick answers
What comes after On the Buses?
Next in the series: Mutiny on the Buses (1972) and Holiday on the Buses (1973).
Is On the Buses worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is On the Buses?
On the Buses runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does On the Buses have a post-credits scene?
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On the Buses parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for On the Buses yet.
Which OTT platform is On the Buses on?
On the Buses isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 9 July 1971. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like On the Buses?
If you liked On the Buses, try Holiday on the Buses, Mutiny on the Buses, Carry On Again Doctor.
Who directed On the Buses?
On the Buses (1971) was directed by Harry Booth and stars Reg Varney, Doris Hare, Michael Robbins.