The Bishop Misbehaves (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film
Released in 1935, The Bishop Misbehaves is a comedy and crime film directed by E.A. Dupont, running about 85 minutes. “The Bishop's Misadventures” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On a walking tour of English cathedrals, Donald Meadows meets Hester Granthem in church. Hearing he is from that hot-bed of crime, Chicago, Hester asks Donald to help her in a robbery she has planned. Thinking it a joke, he plays along; but Hester is serious, and hearing that she plans to rob Mr. Waller, the man who has cheated her father out of thousands of pounds, Donald agrees. A robbery at a pub is arranged, but the Bishop of Broadminster, an avid mystery fan, and his sister stumble into it. Playing detective the Bishop complicates matters and each side, the Bishop, the unscrupulous Waller, the gang Hester hires, and Hester and Donald, each get the upper hand along the way.
Who’s in it. The Bishop Misbehaves stars Edmund Gwenn as Bishop, Maureen O'Sullivan as Hester Grantham, Lucile Watson as Lady Emily Lyons and Reginald Owen as Guy Waller, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bishop Misbehaves page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bishop Misbehaves tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bishop Misbehaves (1935)?
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- Who stars in The Bishop Misbehaves?
- The Bishop Misbehaves stars Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O'Sullivan, Lucile Watson, Reginald Owen and Norman Foster.