Help! (1965)
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In their second feature with director Richard Lester, who oversaw the massive hit A Hard Day's Night, the Beatles again aim for a mix of goofy comedy and sterling pop music. There is slightly more of a plot this time, though it is a patently ridiculous one: a sacred ruby ring comes into Ringo's possession, attracting the unwelcome attention of an exotic religious cult and forcing the boys to go on the run. This chase narrative is thankfully never taken too seriously, serving mainly as an excuse for colorful excursions to international locations from Europe to the Bahamas. The musical numbers include such classic tunes as "Ticket to Ride," "You've Got to Hide Your Love Away," and, of course, "Help!". ~ Judd Blaise, Rovi
- Starring:
- The Beatles
- Director(s):
- Richard Lester
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- G
- Format(s):
- DVD
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Synopsis of Help!
In their second feature with director Richard Lester, who oversaw the massive hit A Hard Day's Night, the Beatles again aim for a mix of goofy comedy and sterling pop music. There is slightly more of a plot this time, though it is a patently ridiculous one: a sacred ruby ring comes into Ringo's possession, attracting the unwelcome attention of an exotic religious cult and forcing the boys to go on the run. This chase narrative is thankfully never taken too seriously, serving mainly as an excuse for colorful excursions to international locations from Europe to the Bahamas. The musical numbers include such classic tunes as "Ticket to Ride," "You've Got to Hide Your Love Away," and, of course, "Help!". ~ Judd Blaise, Rovi
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 96 mins
Complete Cast of Help!
- The Beatles - Themselves
- Eleanor Bron - Ahme
- Roy Kinnear - Algernon
- John Bluthal - Bhuta
- Warren Mitchell - Abdul
- Bruce Lacey - Lawnmower
- Andrea Malandrinos - Austrian Waiter
- Golda Casimir - Cleaner in Temple
- Rupert Holliday Evans - Priest
- Leo McKern - Clang
- Victor Spinetti - Prof. Foot
- Patrick Cargill - Superintendent
- Alfie Bass - Doorman
- Peter Copley - Jeweller
- Gretchen Franklin - Woman in Street
- Mal Evans - Cross Channel Swimmer
- Rupert Holliday Evans - Thug
- Dandy Nichols - Woman in Street
- Director(s):
- Richard Lester
- Writer(s):
- Charles Wood, Marc Behm
- Producer(s):
- Jonathan Clyde, Walter Shenson
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- G(Excellent For Children)
- Categories:
- Comedy
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