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A down-on-his-luck performer inherits a brothel and a closet full of disguises.

KEEP IT UP, JACK!

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1974 · 1h 24m · R · Comedy · IMDB TMDB

Failed music hall performer Jack James (Mark Jones) inherits a brothel when his ancient Aunt dies. He takes over the running of the business and falls in love with its star attraction, beautiful prostitute Virginia (Sue Longhurst).

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What is Keep It Up, Jack! about?

Keep It Up, Jack! is a 1974 British comedy film directed by Derek Ford about a failed music hall performer who inherits a brothel and must choose between running the business or indulging in its pleasures.

Programmer's Pick

The British sex farce hits a new low as Jack’s quick-change act goes from the music hall to the boudoir—with the script and elocution making as much sense as a teddy bear in a torture dungeon. If you’re looking for raunch, disguises, and a chorus of groans, Derek Ford’s comedy serves it with all the subtlety of a theme song on repeat.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Keep It Up, Jack! follows the misadventures of Jack James, an unemployed Englishman and failed music hall performer who suddenly inherits a brothel after the death of his eccentric aunt. Thrust into a world of risqué business dealings, Jack’s talents as a quick-change artist are put to the test as he finds himself not only running the establishment but also impersonating the late madam and her eclectic clientele. The film leans into farcical British comedy, with gags that hinge on Jack’s disguises and a script peppered with broad humor and cheeky innuendo. Amidst the chaos, Jack becomes entangled with Virginia, the brothel’s glamorous star attraction, forcing him to choose between love, business, or simply enjoying the perks of his newfound position.

Details & Specs

Director
Derek Ford
Writers
Alan Selwyn, Derek Ford
Release
1974
Runtime
1h 24m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Genres
Comedy
Also Known As
Tieni duro Jack!, Auntie

Cast & Crew

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Director: Derek Ford Writers: Alan Selwyn +1 more
Mark Jones Mark Jones Jack James Sue Longhurst Sue Longhurst Virginia Linda Regan Linda Regan Gloria Frank Thornton Frank Thornton Mr. Clarke Queenie Watts Queenie Watts Char Lady Paul Whitsun-Jones Paul Whitsun-Jones Mr. Fairbrother MB Maggi Burton Fleur SV Steve Viedor Muscles JW Jennifer Westbrook Caroline VP Veronica Peters Francine JL Jack Le White Stagehand YV Yvette Vanson Sylvie JG Juliet Groves Lily MB Marian Brown Marian JF Jan Foster Jan GK Gideon Kolb Client TK Tony Kenyon Client BR Bob Raymond Client Derek Martin Derek Martin Client with Swing (uncredited)

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Why Cult

Quick-Change Comedy

Jack’s knack for disguise turns the brothel into his personal stage, complete with cross-dressing and mistaken identities.

British Farce

The film revels in slapstick, farcical setups, and a script loaded with risqué humor and bawdy wordplay.

Raunchy Brothel Hijinks

Expect every manner of bedroom antic, from s&m sessions to orgies, as Jack navigates the wild world of adult entertainment.

Seaside Music Hall Flop

Jack’s failed showbiz career sets the tone for a comedy of errors steeped in British theatrical tradition.

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Questions from the Vault

Who directed Keep It Up, Jack!? +

Keep It Up, Jack! was directed by Derek Ford.

How long is Keep It Up, Jack!? +

Keep It Up, Jack! has a runtime of 84 minutes.

What genre is Keep It Up, Jack!? +

Keep It Up, Jack! is a comedy.

Where can I watch Keep It Up, Jack!? +

Keep It Up, Jack! is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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