My Friend Irma (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1949, My Friend Irma is a comedy and romance film directed by George Marshall, running about 103 minutes. “The Comedy, KISS HIT You Shouldn't Miss!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Prototype dumb blonde Irma and her slacker, wheeler-dealer boyfriend Al interfere in the love life of Irma's level-headed room mate Jane.
Who’s in it. My Friend Irma stars Marie Wilson as Irma Peterson, Diana Lynn as Jane Stacy, Dean Martin as Steve Laird and Jerry Lewis as Seymour, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, My Friend Irma has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Friend Irma page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Friend Irma tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Friend Irma (1949)?
- In US, My Friend Irma is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is My Friend Irma worth watching?
- My Friend Irma holds an audience score of 6.9 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 My Friend Irma?
- My Friend Irma stars Marie Wilson, Diana Lynn, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis and John Lund.
- When was My Friend Irma released?
- My Friend Irma was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.