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Bert & Dickie (2012)

Movie ★ 6.2 89 min

Drama History TV Movie

Thrown together just five weeks before the final of the 1948 London Olympics, Bert Bushnell (Doctor Who's Matt Smith) and Dickie Burnell (Sam Hoare) defied all the odds and made history in the double sculls. This is the story of how they did it - not only by pushing physical and emotional limits, but also by overcoming their vast professional and personal differences.

William Ivory Writer David Blair Director

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Released
July 25, 2012
Runtime
89 min
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Cast

Matt Smith Matt Smith Bert Bushnell Sam Hoare Sam Hoare Dickie Burnell Geoffrey Palmer Geoffrey Palmer Charles Burnell Ron Cook Ron Cook Albert James Frain James Frain Jack Beresford Clive Merrison Clive Merrison Clement Attlee Alexandra Moen Alexandra Moen Rosalind Burnell Douglas Hodge Douglas Hodge Mr. Bushnell Sara Vickers Sara Vickers Margaret Brian Shelley Olympic Official Kevin Hudson Wheelwright (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bert & Dickie about?
Thrown together just five weeks before the final of the 1948 London Olympics, Bert Bushnell (Doctor Who's Matt Smith) and Dickie Burnell (Sam Hoare) defied all the odds and made history in the double sculls. This is the story of how they did it - not only by pushing physical and emotional limits, but also by overcoming their vast professional and personal differences.
Who directed Bert & Dickie?
Bert & Dickie was directed by David Blair.
Who stars in Bert & Dickie?
Bert & Dickie stars Matt Smith, Sam Hoare, Geoffrey Palmer, Ron Cook.
When was Bert & Dickie released?
Bert & Dickie is a 2012 drama, history, tv movie film.
Where can I watch Bert & Dickie?
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