I Didn't Do It (film)

The Monthly Film Bulletin wrote: "Nobody would attempt to pretend to believe the naive melodramatics which here pass as story background to Formby's fooling; but since they background Formby, that is probably unimportant. The slapstick aspects of the story are a little better because Formby is the centre of them – climbing in and out of illusionists' baskets, disguising himself in a beard, playing hide-and-seek in a service lift. In this and in the exploitation of his unique brand of charm Formby is in form. He also sings a naughty song or two."^[5]

Kine Weekly wrote: "The first half is definitely on the slow side, but from the moment George finds himself a murder suspect, and, with the help of his vaudeville pals, turns amateur sleuth, its pace appreciably quickens. The last lap, a showmanlike mixture of slapstick, vaudeville and melodrama, is a good thrill and fun. In spite of the tardy opening, if is first-rate popular entertainment and a welcome change from conventional Formby fare. It has also good star values."^[6]

The Daily Film Renter wrote: "Sturdy direction. Supporting cast is competent without being too obtrusive and it's Formby, Formby all the way, which is just how the fans like it."^[7]

Halliwell's Film Guide comments that it is "one of the star's last vehicles, not too bad at all, but without the sweet smell of success."^[3]

TV Guide gave the film two out of four stars, and noted, "Five screenwriters collaborated on the script, churning out a lively, witty programmer".^[8]

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