Where There's a Will (1955 film)

Where There's a Will is a 1955 British black-and-white comedy film directed by Vernon Sewell, starring George Formby, Kathleen Harrison, and Elspeth Gray. It was Formby's final film role.

The film revolves around the reading of a will for a wealthy and eccentric relative, Aunt Bessie, who has died. Her surviving relatives gather at her country estate hoping to inherit her fortune. The will contains a series of bizarre conditions and tasks that the relatives must complete in order to be eligible for their inheritance. These conditions are designed to test their character and resolve.

George Formby plays a character named "Bill," a distant relative who, along with the other family members, must participate in Aunt Bessie's strange games. The film follows Bill and the others as they attempt to fulfill the will's requirements, leading to comedic situations and revealing their true personalities.

The central conflict revolves around the manipulation and scheming of some family members who try to sabotage the others' efforts and gain the inheritance for themselves. As Bill navigates the challenges, he uncovers secrets and discovers the true motivations of his relatives.

The film is a lighthearted farce that satirizes greed and familial relationships. It features slapstick humor, comedic dialogue, and the musical talents of George Formby, who performs several songs throughout the film. While not considered one of Formby's most acclaimed films, Where There's a Will provides a glimpse into British comedic cinema of the 1950s and serves as a final showcase for the popular entertainer.