CARRY ON JACK (1964) Movie Poster, Vintage Daybill, BRITISH COMEDY
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
CARRY ON JACK (1964) Movie Poster Original Vintage Daybill, Starring Kenneth Williams, Bernard Cribbins, Juliet Mills, Directed by Gerald Thomas is in Very Fine+ Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition:...
CARRY ON JACK (1964) Movie Poster Original Vintage Daybill, Starring Kenneth Williams, Bernard Cribbins, Juliet Mills, Directed by Gerald Thomas is in Very Fine+ Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents as Very Fine+ condition, with 2 daybill folds as issued, 2 minor chips right hand border, dog ear crease top right flattended out, apart from these issues this poster has vibrant colours and a clean presentation. This authentic vintage Australian Daybill is a highly collectible piece from the golden era of British comedy cinema. Despite minor edge wear, the poster maintains excellent colour vibrancy and a strong display presence, making it ideal for framing. The unique Daybill format is particularly sought after by collectors of Carry On film memorabilia and 1960s movie posters, offering a distinctive and nostalgic addition to any collection.
Movie Synopsis
Carry On Jack (1964) is a classic entry in the hugely popular Carry On film series, delivering the trademark blend of slapstick humour, clever wordplay, and cheeky innuendo that made the franchise a staple of British cinema. Directed by Gerald Thomas and produced by Peter Rogers, the film takes audiences on a comedic voyage across the high seas during the early 19th century.
The story centres on Albert Poop-Decker, played by Bernard Cribbins, an unwilling recruit who is press-ganged into joining the Royal Navy. Lacking courage and experience, Albert finds himself aboard the HMS Venus, where he must navigate the challenges of naval life under the command of the blustering Captain Fearless, portrayed brilliantly by Kenneth Williams.
As the ship sets sail, Albert becomes entangled in a series of misadventures involving bumbling officers, mischievous sailors, and a band of scheming pirates led by the colourful character Don Silvio. Along the way, he encounters the charming Sally, played by Juliet Mills, who becomes his love interest and adds a romantic subplot to the film’s comedic narrative.
The film is packed with memorable moments, including chaotic sea battles, mistaken identities, and plenty of the classic double entendres that define the Carry On brand of humour. The ensemble cast delivers energetic performances, with Kenneth Williams’ exaggerated authority figure and Bernard Cribbins’ endearing innocence providing a perfect comedic contrast.
Produced during the height of the series’ popularity, Carry On Jack showcases the formula that made the films so successful: low-budget production combined with sharp writing and a talented recurring cast. The screenplay, written by Talbot Rothwell, ensures a steady stream of jokes and visual gags that continue to entertain audiences decades later.
This film remains a favourite among fans of classic British comedy and stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the Carry On series. Its light-hearted take on historical adventure, combined with its unmistakable humour, makes it a timeless entry in the franchise.
This original vintage Daybill movie poster perfectly captures the playful tone and maritime setting of the film, making it a must-have for collectors of Carry On memorabilia, enthusiasts of vintage film posters, and lovers of classic British cinema.
To find out more about Carry On Jack (1964) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes.
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.