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On the Beat

7.719621h 46mNRMovieComedyCrime

Norman Pitkin wants to be a policeman like his father was, but he fails the height test (amongst others). One day he gets out his father's old uniform and "walks the beat". This leads to a level of chaos that only Pitkin could cause

DirectorRobert Asher
WritersNorman Wisdom·Eddie Leslie

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 4 other countries

On the Beat isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Canada, Guernsey, Ireland, United Kingdom. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Robert Asher

NWNorman Wisdom
Norman Wisdom
Norman Pitkin / Giulio Napolitani
JJJennifer Jayne
Jennifer Jayne
Rosanna Guardia
RHRaymond Huntley
Raymond Huntley
Sir Ronald Ackroyd
DLDavid Lodge
David Lodge
Inspector Cecil Hobson
ECEsma Cannon
Esma Cannon
Mrs. Timms
EBEric Barker
Eric Barker
Police Doctor
ESEleanor Summerfield
Eleanor Summerfield
Sergeant Lucilla Wilkins
RSRonnie Stevens
Ronnie Stevens
Oberon
TATerence Alexander
Terence Alexander
Chief Superintendent Bert Belcher
MKMaurice Kaufmann
Maurice Kaufmann
Vince
DL
Dilys Laye
American Lady
GPGeorge Pastell
George Pastell
Manzini

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On the Beat — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams On the Beat?

On the Beat isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Canada, United Kingdom and Guernsey and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is On the Beat on Netflix?

No, On the Beat is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is On the Beat on Amazon Prime Video?

No, On the Beat isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch On the Beat for free?

On the Beat isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.