Mother Machree (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1927, Mother Machree is a drama film directed by John Ford, running about 75 minutes. “No blarney - This is a Gem from the EMERALD ISLE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ellen McHugh, a poor Irish immigrant to America, finds work in a carnival and is thus able to send her son Brian to a fine school. But when her position is found out, the school expels Brian. Mrs. McHugh feels compelled to allow the school principal and his wife to adopt Brian. The widow McHugh becomes a housekeeper and raises her employer's daughter Edith, who grows up to fall in love with Brian McHugh.
Who’s in it. Mother Machree stars Belle Bennett as Mother Machree, Victor McLaglen as The Giant of Kilkenny, Philippe De Lacy as Brian - Child and Ted McNamara as The Harper of Wexford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Mother Machree 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 Mother Machree page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mother Machree tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mother Machree (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mother Machree change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mother Machree worth watching?
- Mother Machree holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mother Machree?
- Mother Machree stars Belle Bennett, Victor McLaglen, Philippe De Lacy, Ted McNamara and Billy Platt.
- When was Mother Machree released?
- Mother Machree was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.