CARRY ON MATRON (1972) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
CARRY ON MATRON (1972) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Starring Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Barbara Windsor & Hattie Jacques, Directed by Gerald Thomas is in Very Fine condition. Movie Poster...
CARRY ON MATRON (1972) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Starring Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Barbara Windsor & Hattie Jacques, Directed by Gerald Thomas is in Very Fine condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored Daybill Movie Poster presents in Very Fine condition with 2 Daybill folds as issued, with pin holes in each corner of the poster and the word 'Carry on Matron, 14/5/75' written on the back with a blue pen but does not show through. This genuine Australian Daybill cinema poster from the film’s original theatrical run remains a highly appealing piece of classic British comedy film memorabilia. Despite the minor pin holes typical of posters once displayed in cinemas, the poster retains strong colour and excellent overall presentation. The writing on the reverse does not affect the front display. Australian Daybill posters are widely collected due to their distinctive format and limited distribution, making them particularly desirable among collectors of Carry On film posters and 1970s vintage movie advertising. This example represents a charming collectible connected to one of Britain’s most beloved comedy film series.
Movie Synopsis
Carry On Matron (1972) is the twenty-third entry in the hugely popular Carry On film series, the long-running collection of British comedy films known for their cheeky humour, slapstick situations and memorable ensemble cast. Directed by series regular Gerald Thomas and produced by Peter Rogers, the film continues the franchise’s tradition of playful satire and outrageous misunderstandings, this time set within the bustling environment of a hospital maternity ward.
The story revolves around a daring plan by a small-time criminal gang led by the bumbling Sid Carter, played by Sid James. Sid masterminds a scheme to steal a shipment of contraceptive pills from Finisham Maternity Hospital, believing they can be sold for a tidy profit on the black market. Unfortunately for Sid and his accomplices, the hospital is run with iron determination by the formidable Matron, portrayed by the legendary Hattie Jacques, whose strict discipline keeps both staff and patients firmly in line.
As the gang attempts to infiltrate the hospital disguised as staff and patients, chaos quickly follows. The hospital becomes a hotbed of comic confusion as nurses, doctors, expectant mothers and unsuspecting visitors become entangled in the gang’s increasingly ridiculous plot. Among the colourful hospital staff is the pompous and easily flustered doctor played by Kenneth Williams, whose exaggerated reactions add to the film’s trademark comedic energy.
Adding further sparkle to the film is the appearance of Barbara Windsor, one of the most recognisable stars of the Carry On series. Her lively performance, combined with the familiar comic timing of the regular cast, helps create the playful atmosphere that fans of the franchise have enjoyed for decades. The ensemble cast also includes regular performers such as Kenneth Connor, Joan Sims and Terry Scott, each contributing to the film’s series of comic misunderstandings and mischievous antics.
The Carry On films were famous for their blend of broad physical comedy and cheeky double entendres, reflecting the changing social attitudes of Britain during the 1960s and 1970s. By the time Carry On Matron was released, the series had already established itself as one of the most successful comedy franchises in British cinema history. The film’s hospital setting allowed the writers to create numerous visual gags and playful scenarios, all delivered with the unmistakable tone that defined the series.
Over the years, Carry On Matron has remained a favourite among fans of classic British comedy. The film captures the spirit of the franchise during its later years, showcasing the chemistry between its veteran performers and the enduring appeal of its light-hearted humour. For collectors of vintage cinema memorabilia, an original theatrical poster from this production represents a nostalgic tribute to one of the most iconic comedy series ever produced in the United Kingdom.
To find out more about Carry On Matron (1972) 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.