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The Plank

6.2196755mNRMovieComedy

A slapstick comedy about two workmen delivering planks to a building site. This is done with music and a sort of "wordless dialogue" which consists of a few mumbled sounds to convey the appropriate emotion.

DirectorEric Sykes
WriterEric Sykes
ProducersEric Sykes·Beryl Vertue

Where to watch

Not available in United States
Streaming in 7 other countries

The Plank isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Denmark, Finland, Guernsey, Ireland and 3 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Eric Sykes

TCTommy Cooper
Tommy Cooper
Larger Workman
ESEric Sykes
Eric Sykes
Smaller Workman
JEJimmy Edwards
Jimmy Edwards
Policeman
RCRoy Castle
Roy Castle
Delivery Man with boxes
GSGraham Stark
Graham Stark
Amorous Van Driver
SJStratford Johns
Stratford Johns
Station Sergeant
JDJim Dale
Jim Dale
House Painter
JTJimmy Tarbuck
Jimmy Tarbuck
Barman
HJHattie Jacques
Hattie Jacques
Woman with Rose
RG
Rex Garner
Tourist
LM
Libby Morris
Tourist
JJJohn Junkin
John Junkin
One Eyed Truck Driver

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The Plank — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Plank?

The Plank isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Denmark, Finland and United Kingdom and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Plank on Netflix?

No, The Plank is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.

Is The Plank on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Plank isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch The Plank for free?

The Plank isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.