The Great Gildersleeve (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1942, The Great Gildersleeve is a comedy film directed by Gordon Douglas, running about 62 minutes. “Now! Radio's Rare Comic In His Own FUN SHOW On the Screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A small-town blowhard runs for water commissioner while fighting to win custody of his niece and nephew.
Who’s in it. The Great Gildersleeve stars Harold Peary as Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve, Freddie Mercer as Leroy Forrester, Nancy Gates as Marjorie 'Margie' Forrester and Jane Darwell as Aunt Emma Forrester, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Great Gildersleeve 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 The Great Gildersleeve page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Gildersleeve tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Gildersleeve (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Gildersleeve change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Gildersleeve worth watching?
- The Great Gildersleeve holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Gildersleeve?
- The Great Gildersleeve stars Harold Peary, Freddie Mercer, Nancy Gates, Jane Darwell and Lillian Randolph.
- When was The Great Gildersleeve released?
- The Great Gildersleeve was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.