Two Wise Maids (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film
Released in 1937, Two Wise Maids is a drama film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. The two leading ladies are cast as Prudence and Agatha, a pair of old-fashioned schoolteachers in an old-fashioned small town. Disdaining the wimpy theories of "progressive" education, Prudence and Agatha stick to the reliable "Three R's," often teaching to the tune of a hickory stick. Though ridiculed for their so-called outmoded methods, the heroines manage to turn out quite a few prize students, earning the undying gratitude of the local citizenry.
Who’s in it. Two Wise Maids stars Alison Skipworth as Agatha Stanton / Old Lady Ironsides, Polly Moran as Prudence Matthews, Irene Manning as Ellen Southard and Donald Cook as Bruce Arnold, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Two Wise Maids page.
If you liked it. Fans of Two Wise Maids tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Two Wise Maids (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Two Wise Maids change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Two Wise Maids?
- Two Wise Maids stars Alison Skipworth, Polly Moran, Irene Manning, Donald Cook and Jackie Searl.
- When was Two Wise Maids released?
- Two Wise Maids was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.