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Norman Wisdom: His Story

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Norman Wisdom: His Story

Oct 14, 2010

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★ 6.5

Overview

The life story of Sir Norman Wisdom, who went from street urchin to become one of the UK's most bankable and loved film stars of the 1950-60s. The documentary pays tribute to his life, featuring family, friends and colleagues.

Genres

Documentary

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Cast

Terence Stamp

Himself : Narrator

Terence Stamp

Norman Wisdom

Himself : Archive footage

Norman Wisdom