Second Fiddle (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1957, Second Fiddle is a comedy and romance film directed by Maurice Elvey, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. Deborah and Charles, young executives at the thriving Pontifex Advertising Agency, are very much in love. Deborah is recognised by her employers as the most brilliant TV executive in the country, while Charles is regarded as 'thoroughly reliable'. But there is one hard-and-fast rule at the agency: the board of directors will not allow any married women on their staff; as soon as a girl marries, she must resign!
Who’s in it. Second Fiddle stars Adrienne Corri as Deborah, Thorley Walters as Charles, Lisa Gastoni as Pauline and Richard Wattis as Bill Turner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Second Fiddle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Second Fiddle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Second Fiddle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Second Fiddle (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Second Fiddle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Second Fiddle worth watching?
- Second Fiddle holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Second Fiddle?
- Second Fiddle stars Adrienne Corri, Thorley Walters, Lisa Gastoni, Richard Wattis and Bill Fraser.
- When was Second Fiddle released?
- Second Fiddle was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.