---
title: "Dentist in the Chair"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dentist-in-the-chair-1960"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 260970
imdb_id: "tt0053759"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 10
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Dentist in the Chair (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dentist-in-the-chair-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dentist in the Chair is a 1960 British comedy film with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes, released in Great Britain on August 8, 1960. The story follows the misfortunes that befall three dental students when they become unwitting accessories to a burglary.

The film offers a comedic look at student life mixed with criminal mishaps, reflecting British cinema of the era. Its tone is lighthearted and humorous, moving briskly through the mishaps of the main characters within its concise runtime.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three dental students face immense misfortunes after becoming unwitting accessories to a burglary."

### Why Watch
- Features a comedic storyline involving dental students.
- Showcases the misfortunes following an unwitting accessory to a burglary.
- Runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes provides a compact viewing experience.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited detailed information is available regarding the complete plot and cast.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is comedic and the pacing reflects a feature film lasting 1 hour and 24 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #dentistry, #burglary, #comedy, #students, #british-cinema, #1960s

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Don Chaffey
- **Networks / Studios**: Briand Film Production

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bob Monkhouse** as *David Cookson*
- **Peggy Cummins** as *Peggy Travers*
- **Kenneth Connor** as *Sam Field*
- **Eric Barker** as *The Dean*
- **Ronnie Stevens** as *Brian Dexter*
- **Vincent Ball** as *Michaels*
- **Eleanor Summerfield** as *Ethel*
- **Reginald Beckwith** as *Mr Watling*
- **Stuart Saunders** as *Insp. Richardson*
- **Ian Wallace** as *Dentist*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Dentist in the Chair?
Streaming availability is not provided in the source material.

### Q: Whether it is worth watching?
It is worth watching if you enjoy 1960 British comedies involving dental students and accidental crime.

### Q: What is the binge duration?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
This is a feature film rather than a television series, so it has no episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dentist in the Chair — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/260970)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*