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One Wild Oat (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 3.8

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Released in 1951, One Wild Oat is a comedy film directed by Charles Saunders, running about 77 minutes.

What it’s about. A lawyer's plan to break up his daughter's budding romance backfires when the boyfriend's father becomes involved.

Who’s in it. One Wild Oat stars Robertson Hare as Humphrey Proudfoot, Stanley Holloway as Alfred Gilbey, Andrew Crawford as Fred Gilbey and Vera Pearce as Mrs. Gilbey, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, One Wild Oat has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch One Wild Oat page.

If you liked it. Fans of One Wild Oat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch One Wild Oat (1951)?
In US, One Wild Oat is available to stream on Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is One Wild Oat worth watching?
One Wild Oat holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in One Wild Oat?
One Wild Oat stars Robertson Hare, Stanley Holloway, Andrew Crawford, Vera Pearce and Audrey Hepburn.
When was One Wild Oat released?
One Wild Oat was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.