The Magnificent Two

Two salesmen travel to a small South American Country to peddle their wares. However the country is in the middle of a major conflict between the Government led by Diaz and the rebels led by Torez. When Torez is accidentally killed the rebels mistaken pick up one of the salesmen, Eric, as he looks like Torez. Eric and Ernie are promised millions to carry on the charade once the rebels take charge. However once Eric takes charge he finds himself back in danger as scheming general Carillo plans to remove the impostor from his role.

Cast

Eric Morecambe

as Eric/Fernando Torres

Ernie Wise

as Ernie

Margit Saad

as General Carla Marin

Virgílio Teixeira

as General Carrillo

Cecil Parker

as Sir John

Isobel Black

as Officer Juanita

Martin Benson

as President Diaz

Michael Godfrey

as Manuelo

Sue Sylvaine

as Carmelita Diaz

Henry Beltran

as Jose Diaz

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