Carry On Matron
1972, English. Directed by Gerald Thomas.
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A gang of thieves plan to make their fortune by stealing a shipment of contraceptive pills from Finisham maternity hospital. They assume disguises and infiltrate the hospital, but everything doesn't go according to plan. The hypochondriac consultant Sir Bernard Cutting, Matron and the doctors and nurses at Finisham have a habit of getting in the way.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 82 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Part of a series
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Cast & crew
- Gerald ThomasDirector
- Sidney JamesSid Carter
- Kenneth WilliamsSir Bernard Cutting
- Charles HawtreyDr. Francis A. Goode
- Joan SimsMrs. Tidey
- Hattie JacquesMatron
- Bernard BresslawErnie Bragg
- Kenneth CopeCyril Carter
- Terry ScottDr. Prodd
- Barbara WindsorNurse Susan Ball
- Kenneth ConnorMr. Tidey
- Jacki PiperSister
- Bill MaynardFreddy
Details
- Released
- 5 May 1972
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Talbot Rothwell
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Carry On Abroad
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Carry On Matron: quick answers
What should I watch before Carry On Matron?
Watch Carry On Loving (1970), Carry On Again Christmas (1970), Carry On Henry (1971), and Carry On at Your Convenience (1971) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Carry On Matron?
Next in the series: Carry On Abroad (1972), Carry On Christmas (or Carry On Stuffing) (1972), and Carry On Girls (1973).
Is Carry On Matron worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 82 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Carry On Matron?
Carry On Matron runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Carry On Matron have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Carry On Matron. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Carry On Matron parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Carry On Matron yet.
Which OTT platform is Carry On Matron on?
Carry On Matron isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Carry On Matron?
If you liked Carry On Matron, try Carry On Doctor, Take the Money and Run, Nuns on the Run.
Who directed Carry On Matron?
Carry On Matron (1972) was directed by Gerald Thomas and stars Sidney James, Kenneth Williams, Charles Hawtrey.