Unexpected Uncle (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1941, Unexpected Uncle is a comedy and drama film directed by Peter Godfrey, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. An elderly gentleman comes to a young woman's aid by pretending to be her uncle. Comedy.
Who’s in it. Unexpected Uncle stars Anne Shirley as Kathleen Brown, Charles Coburn as Seton Mansley, James Craig as Johnny Kerrigan and Ernest Truex as Wilkins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Unexpected Uncle 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 Unexpected Uncle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Unexpected Uncle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Unexpected Uncle (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Unexpected Uncle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Unexpected Uncle worth watching?
- Unexpected Uncle holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Unexpected Uncle?
- Unexpected Uncle stars Anne Shirley, Charles Coburn, James Craig, Ernest Truex and Renee Godfrey.
- When was Unexpected Uncle released?
- Unexpected Uncle was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.