Three Cheers for the Irish (1940): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1940 · Film · ★ 6.5

Three Cheers for the Irish poster

Released in 1940, Three Cheers for the Irish is a komödie and liebesfilm film directed by Lloyd Bacon, running about 99 minutes. “Hey! This is where your worries end...and all your laughs begin! In a hit that's made to order...for the wearin' of the grin!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Peter Casey has been with the New York City police department for 25 years. He's totally surprised when he's asked to retire on his 25th anniversary with the force. He's even more unprepared for the romance that develops between his favorite daughter, Maureen, and the Scottish cop who takes over his beat.

Who’s in it. Three Cheers for the Irish stars Priscilla Lane as Maureen Casey, Thomas Mitchell as Peter Casey, Dennis Morgan as Angus Ferguson and Virginia Grey as Patricia Casey, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Three Cheers for the Irish has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Cheers for the Irish page.

If you liked it. Fans of Three Cheers for the Irish tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Das Leben ist schön and Fight Club.

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Where can I watch Three Cheers for the Irish (1940)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Cheers for the Irish change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Three Cheers for the Irish worth watching?
Three Cheers for the Irish holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy komödie and liebesfilm. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Three Cheers for the Irish?
Three Cheers for the Irish stars Priscilla Lane, Thomas Mitchell, Dennis Morgan, Virginia Grey and Irene Hervey.
When was Three Cheers for the Irish released?
Three Cheers for the Irish was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.