Free and Easy (1941): cast, story & where to watch

1941 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1941, Free and Easy is a comedy and romance film directed by George Sidney, running about 56 minutes. “I Can't Give You Anything but LOVE!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This MGM B-picture was adapted from Ivor Novello's play The Truth Game. Max and Florian Clemington pretend to be members of the landed gentry. Max romances the much-older Lady Joan Culver before finding true love in the form of pretty heiress Martha Gray.

Who’s in it. Free and Easy stars Robert Cummings as Max Clemington, Ruth Hussey as Martha Gray, Judith Anderson as Lady Joan Culver and C. Aubrey Smith as The Duke, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Free and Easy 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 Free and Easy page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Free and Easy (1941)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Free and Easy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Free and Easy worth watching?
Free and Easy holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Free and Easy?
Free and Easy stars Robert Cummings, Ruth Hussey, Judith Anderson, C. Aubrey Smith and Nigel Bruce.
When was Free and Easy released?
Free and Easy was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.