Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World (1973) - film review
Joseph McGrath
Family / Fantasy / Sci-Fi / Comedy

Summary
Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World is a British science-fiction film first released in 1973,
directed by Joseph McGrath.
The film is based on a novel by Ted Key and stars Jim Dale, Spike Milligan, Angela Douglas, John Bluthal and Norman Rossington.
Our overall rating for this film is: mediocre.
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Credits
- Director: Joseph McGrath
- Script: Charles Isaacs, Ted Key (novel), Michael Pertwee
- Photo: Harry Waxman
- Music: Edwin Astley
- Cast: Jim Dale (Jeff Eldon), Spike Milligan (Dr. Harz), Angela Douglas (Janine), John Bluthal (Jerry), Norman Rossington (Tom), Milo O’Shea (Dr. Jameson), Richard Beaumont (Billy White), Dinsdale Landen (Colonel Masters), Garfield Morgan (Rogerson), Victor Spinetti (Professor Ribart), Harry Towb (Ringmaster), Kenneth J. Warren (General Frank), Bob Todd (The Great Manzini), Margaret Stuart (Assistant), Molly Urquhart (Aunt Ina), Victor Maddern (Dog Home Manager), Frank Thornton (Estate Agent), Sandra Caron (General’s Aide), Edward Underdown (Grandfather), Ben Aris (Army Captain), Sheila Steafel (Control Operator), Clovissa Newcombe (Bunny Girl), Rob Stewart (Train Driver), Maxine Casson (Telephone Operator), Henry McGee (TV Announcer), Richard Calder (Army Soldier), Maurice Dunster (Road Cafe Cook)
- Country: UK
- Language: English
- Runtime: 88 min
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