Carry On Up the Khyber 1968
“YOU'RE DRAFTED . . . to enjoy the laughs in the Latest and Funniest”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Director
- Gerald Thomas
- Networks
- Peter Rogers Productions, The Rank Organisation
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
What is Carry On Up the Khyber?
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of "Carry On Up the Khyber" (1968).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1968
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 12, 1968
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Peter Rogers Productions, The Rank Organisation
- Genres
- Adventure, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 93 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~88 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Peter Rogers Productions, The Rank Organisation
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of "Carry On Up the Khyber" (1968).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, etc.).
Omit missing details.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Carry On Up the Khyber
Year: 1968
Genre: British comedy film, Adventure and Comedy
Series info: 16th in the series of 31 Carry On films (1958–1992)
Director: Gerald Thomas
Cast: Sidney James, Kenneth Williams, Charles Hawtrey
Runtime: 1h 28m
US Release Date: 11/28/1968
Plot: Sir Sidney Ruff-Diamond looks after the British outpost near the Khybar pass. He is protected by the kilted Third Foot and Mouth regiment. The Khazi of Kalabar wants all the British dead. His troops fear the skirted-devils, who are rumoured not to wear any underwear.
Sentence 1 (No spoilers): Carry On Up the Khyber is a 1968
Should you watch it?
“A British outpost in India faces a hilarious threat from the Khazi of Kalabar.”
- Features a legendary ensemble of Carry On series regulars.
- Combines historical satire with classic British slapstick comedy.
- Offers a fast-paced narrative set against the backdrop of the Khyber Pass.
- The humor relies heavily on the specific comedic style of the 1968 Carry On series.
Watch it if you enjoy classic British ensemble comedies that prioritize farce and character-driven humor.
The film maintains a lighthearted, fast-paced comedic tone suitable for general audiences seeking vintage slapstick.
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Where can I stream this film?
Availability varies by region and platform; check services like Plex or local digital retailers for current streaming options.
Is this film worth watching?
It is a highly regarded entry in the Carry On series, making it a worthwhile watch for fans of classic British comedy.
How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Is this part of a larger series?
Yes, it is the 16th installment in the 31-film Carry On series released between 1958 and 1992.
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