The Boys in Blue
Sgt. Cannon (Tommy Cannon) and PC Ball (Bobby Ball) run the police station in the quiet town of Little Botham. When the station is threatened with closure due to a lack of crime, they decide to invent some crimes to justify their existence. When they try to steal a painting from a local rich businessman (Roy Kinnear), they accidently stumble across a gang of real art thieves who have just stolen £1 million worth of paintings. It is up to the two bungling cops to stop them escaping with their haul.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1982 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Comedy, Family |
| Director | Val Guest |
| Runtime | 91 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.2/10 (15 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its humor on the contrast between naive simulation and sudden real danger, relying on Cannon and Ball's signature double-act chemistry. It explores a classic farcical premise where incompetence becomes an unexpected asset.
What lingers after the credits is the warmth of a gentle, slapstick comedy that celebrates the underdog with uncomplicated charm. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Val Guest
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Perfect for a relaxed family viewing, evoking the spirit of classic British sitcoms.
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