Dad's Army
1971, English. Directed by Norman Cohen.
At last! Their epic story invades the Big Screen!
Dad's Army was a 1971 feature film based on the BBC television sitcom Dad's Army. Directed by Norman Cohen, it was filmed between series three and four and was based upon material from the early episodes of the television series. The film told the story of the Home Guard platoon's formation and their subsequent endeavours at a training exercise.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Dad's Army isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Norman CohenDirector
- Arthur LoweCaptain George Mainwaring
- John Le MesurierSergeant Arthur Wilson
- Clive DunnLance Corporal Jack Jones
- John LauriePrivate James Frazer
- James BeckPrivate Joe Walker
- Arnold RidleyPrivate Charles Godfrey
- Ian LavenderPrivate Frank Pike
- Liz FraserMrs. Mavis Pike
- Bernard ArchardMajor General Fullard
- Derek NewarkSergeant Major Dawkins
- Bill PertweeA.R.P. Warden Hodges
- Frank WilliamsReverend Timothy Farthing
Details
- Released
- 12 March 1971
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Jimmy Perry, David Croft
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What Dad's Army is based on
Dad's Army is adapted from a TV series.
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Dad's Army: quick answers
Is Dad's Army worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.0/10 from 92 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dad's Army?
Dad's Army runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Dad's Army have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dad's Army. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dad's Army parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dad's Army is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Dad's Army on?
Dad's Army isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dad's Army?
If you liked Dad's Army, try 1941, Don't Look Now... We're Being Shot At!, What Did You Do in the War, Daddy?.
Who directed Dad's Army?
Dad's Army (1971) was directed by Norman Cohen and stars Arthur Lowe, John Le Mesurier, Clive Dunn.
What is Dad's Army based on?
Dad's Army is adapted from a TV series.