The Optimists of Nine Elms (1973): Cast & Plot
The Optimists of Nine Elms is a 1973 drama directed by Anthony Simmons, starring Peter Sellers as Sam, Donna Mullane and John Chaffey. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 50m (110 min)
- Director
- Anthony Simmons
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Optimists of Nine Elms About?
The premise of The Optimists of Nine Elms without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Sam, a retired entertainer, ekes out a living as a street musician on the streets of London. Though he carries a hint of madness that lands him in trouble with the police, his world feels within his grasp. When two young children befriend him, they bring colour and hope to his otherwise bleak existence.
The Optimists of Nine Elms Cast & Characters
Peter Sellers leads the cast as Sam, with Donna Mullane as Liz and John Chaffey as Mark. Directed by Anthony Simmons; 19 actors are credited in all.
- Director Anthony Simmons
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Peter Sellers as Sam - Donna Mullane as Liz
- John Chaffey as Mark
- Marjorie Yates as Chrissie Ellis
Also Starring in The Optimists of Nine Elms
· 15 more- David Daker Bob Ellis
- Katyana Kass Baby Ellis
- Michael Graham Cox Park Keeper
- Bruce Purchase Policeman
- Hilary Pritchard Laundry Lady (uncredited)
- Tommy Wright Dustman
- Pat Ashton Woman at Nursery
- Patricia Brake Dog's Home Secretary
- Keith Chegwin Georgie (uncredited)
- Bernie Searle Dustman
- Daphne Lawson Laundry Lady
- Pat Beckett Laundry Lady
- Don Crown Busker
- Candyce Jane Brandl Laundry Lady
- Hilary Crane Schoolteacher
More from Anthony Simmons
More films directed by Anthony Simmons: Little Sweetheart, Black Joy, Four in the Morning and Your Money or Your Wife.
The Optimists of Nine Elms Plot Summary
What happens in The Optimists of Nine Elms from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Sam, Peter Sellers is a dignified, former music hall artist who now supports himself by busking with his elderly trained dog Bella in the West End of London. He lives in a rundown goods yard beside a derelict canal in Nine Elms. Two young children, Liz Donna Mullane and Mark John Chaffey stumble upon the scene while out for a walk. He chases them away, but despite his best efforts, they later follow him as he heads to work, pushing his dog and all his busking paraphernalia in an Edwardian pram.
Full summary
The whole story of The Optimists of Nine Elms, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know The Optimists of Nine Elms?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which actor portrays the busker Sam?
The Optimists of Nine Elms Also Known As
12 alternative titles, including “Los optimistas” and “El optimista”.
- Also known as
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- Los optimistas
- El optimista
- Les Optimistes
- Gli ottimisti
- Die Optimisten
- Os Optimistas
- Optimisten
- O Otimista
- Οι αισιόδοξοι
- 別れの街角
- 欢乐满江湖
- 낙관주의자들
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The Optimists of Nine Elms FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Optimists of Nine Elms, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Optimists of Nine Elms?
The Optimists of Nine Elms runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
When was The Optimists of Nine Elms released?
The Optimists of Nine Elms was released on October 17, 1973.
Who directed The Optimists of Nine Elms?
The Optimists of Nine Elms was directed by Anthony Simmons.
More films by Anthony Simmons Who is in the cast of The Optimists of Nine Elms?
The Optimists of Nine Elms stars Peter Sellers as Sam, Donna Mullane as Liz and John Chaffey as Mark, among 19 credited actors.
Does The Optimists of Nine Elms have a post-credit scene?
No. The Optimists of Nine Elms has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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