In which Disney film does Bruce Forsyth play a spiv called Swinburne?
"Bedknobs and Broomsticks" is a 1971 American musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Productions and released by Buena Vista Distribution Company in North America on December 13, 1971. It is based upon the books "The Magic Bedknob"; or, "How to Become a Witch in Ten Easy Lessons" (1943) and "Bonfires and Broomsticks" (1945) by English children's author Mary Norton. The film, which combines live action and animation, stars Angela Lansbury and David Tomlinson.
Bruce Forsyth plays the part of Swinburne, a spiv and associate of the Bookman (Sam Jaffe, a mysterious criminal) who acts as his muscle/henchman.
Sir Bruce Joseph Forsyth (22 February 1928 – 18 August 2017) was a British presenter, actor, comedian, singer, dancer, and screenwriter whose career spanned more than 75 years. In 2012, Guinness World Records recognised Forsyth as having the longest television career for a male entertainer. Forsyth came to national attention from the mid-1950s through the ITV series "Sunday Night at the London Palladium". He went on to host several game shows, including "The Generation Game", "Play Your Cards Right", "The Price Is Right" and "You Bet!". He co-presented "Strictly Come Dancing" from 2004 to 2013.
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