Paddy the Next Best Thing (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1933, Paddy the Next Best Thing is a comedy and romance film directed by Harry Lachman, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. In Ireland, Major Adair’s older daughter Eileen is about to marry Lawrence Blake for his money in order to pay off her father’s debts, even though she really loves Jack Breen.
Who’s in it. Paddy the Next Best Thing stars Janet Gaynor as Paddy Adair, Warner Baxter as Lawrence Blake, Walter Connolly as Major Adair and Harvey Stephens as Jack Breen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Paddy the Next Best Thing has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paddy the Next Best Thing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paddy the Next Best Thing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paddy the Next Best Thing (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paddy the Next Best Thing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paddy the Next Best Thing worth watching?
- Paddy the Next Best Thing holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paddy the Next Best Thing?
- Paddy the Next Best Thing stars Janet Gaynor, Warner Baxter, Walter Connolly, Harvey Stephens and Margaret Lindsay.
- When was Paddy the Next Best Thing released?
- Paddy the Next Best Thing was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.