Famous Boners (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1942, Famous Boners is a drama and history film directed by Douglas Foster, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. This Passing Parade series entry looks at three instances of people who either caused or were the victims of errors.
Who’s in it. Famous Boners stars John Nesbitt as Narrator (voice), Margaret Bert as Housekeeper (uncredited), Edward McWade as Thomas Carlyle (uncredited) and Ian Wolfe as Isaac Newton (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Famous Boners has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Famous Boners page.
If you liked it. Fans of Famous Boners tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Famous Boners (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Famous Boners change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Famous Boners worth watching?
- Famous Boners holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Famous Boners?
- Famous Boners stars John Nesbitt, Margaret Bert, Edward McWade, Ian Wolfe and Joe Yule.
- When was Famous Boners released?
- Famous Boners was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.