Clarence (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film

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Released in 1937, Clarence is a comedy, family and romance film directed by George Archainbaud, running about 64 minutes. “BOOTH TARKINGTON'S FAMOUS COMEDY RIOT, AN ALL-TIME AMERICAN FAVORITE!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The title character is a resourceful young man who knows a whole little about a whole lot of things, and who concentrates by playing his saxophone. Clarence ingratiates himself with the wealthy and eccentric Wheeler family, though daughter Cora can't stand the boy.

Who’s in it. Clarence stars Roscoe Karns as Clarence Smith, Eleanore Whitney as Cora Wheeler, Eugene Pallette as Mr. Wheeler and Johnny Downs as Bobbie, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Clarence page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Clarence (1937)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Clarence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Clarence?
Clarence stars Roscoe Karns, Eleanore Whitney, Eugene Pallette, Johnny Downs and Inez Courtney.
When was Clarence released?
Clarence was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.