Ask a Policeman
1939, English. Directed by Marcel Varnel.
The mirthful adventures of Police-Sergeant Samuel Dudfoot and his two constables, Albert Brown and Jeremias Harbottle, who stage a fabricated crime-wave to save their jobs---and then find themselves involved in the real thing.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Ask a Policeman is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Marcel VarnelDirector
- Will HaySergt. Dudfoot
- Graham MoffattAlbert
- Moore MarriottHarbottle
- Glennis LorimerEmily
- Peter GawthorneChief Constable
- Charles OliverThe Squire
- Herbert LomasCoastguard
- Patrick AherneMotorist
- Cyril ChamberlainRadio Announcer
- Richard CooperBBC Commentator
- Noel DaintonRevenue Officer
- Desmond LlewelynHeadless Coachman
Details
- Released
- 29 April 1939
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Sidney Gilliat, Marriott Edgar, Val Guest
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How long is Ask a Policeman?
Ask a Policeman runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does Ask a Policeman have a post-credits scene?
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Ask a Policeman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ask a Policeman is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Ask a Policeman on?
Ask a Policeman is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ask a Policeman?
If you liked Ask a Policeman, try The Pink Panther, Destry Rides Again, Fun with Dick and Jane.
Who directed Ask a Policeman?
Ask a Policeman (1939) was directed by Marcel Varnel and stars Will Hay, Graham Moffatt, Moore Marriott.