My Favorite Spy (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1942, My Favorite Spy is a comedy film directed by Tay Garnett, running about 86 minutes. “You'll tingle when they tangle in Tangiers.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Army takes a bandleader (Kay Kyser) away from his bride (Ellen Drew) and sends him on a spy mission with a woman (Jane Wyman).
Who’s in it. My Favorite Spy stars Kay Kyser as Kay Kyser, Ellen Drew as Teresa 'Terry' Kyser, Jane Wyman as Connie and Robert Armstrong as Harry Robinson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, My Favorite Spy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Favorite Spy page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Favorite Spy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Favorite Spy (1942)?
- In US, My Favorite Spy is available to stream on TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is My Favorite Spy worth watching?
- My Favorite Spy holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Favorite Spy?
- My Favorite Spy stars Kay Kyser, Ellen Drew, Jane Wyman, Robert Armstrong and William Demarest.
- When was My Favorite Spy released?
- My Favorite Spy was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.