The Four Companions (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 1938, The Four Companions is a comedy and romance film directed by Carl Froelich, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. Four graduates of an industrial design school team up and form a small business. The protagonist is so excited by the venture that she turns down the proposal of her dashing instructor. Time passes and her three partners lose interest in the business for different reasons. This leaves the heroine who has a change of heart and decides to forgo the business and marry the instructor after all.

Who’s in it. The Four Companions stars Ingrid Bergman as Marianne Kruge, Sabine Peters as Käthe Winter, Hans Söhnker as Stefan Kohlund and Carsta Löck as Lotte Waag, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Four Companions 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 The Four Companions page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Four Companions tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Four Companions (1938)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Four Companions change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Four Companions worth watching?
The Four Companions holds an audience score of 5.9 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 The Four Companions?
The Four Companions stars Ingrid Bergman, Sabine Peters, Hans Söhnker, Carsta Löck and Ursula Herking.
When was The Four Companions released?
The Four Companions was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.