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Test Tube Babies (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 3.6

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Released in 1948, Test Tube Babies is a drama film directed by W. Merle Connell, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. A happily married couple has been trying to have a baby with no luck. They discover that the husband is sterile. Their family doctor suggests that they think about artificial insemination, which at the time was considered a scandalous choice.

Who’s in it. Test Tube Babies stars Dorothy Duke as Cathy Bennett, William Thomason as George Bennett, Timothy Farrell as Dr. Wright and Peggy Roach as Cathy's Mother.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.6/10, Test Tube Babies has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus and Cultpix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Test Tube Babies page.

If you liked it. Fans of Test Tube Babies tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Test Tube Babies (1948)?
In US, Test Tube Babies is available to stream on Night Flight Plus and Cultpix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Test Tube Babies worth watching?
Test Tube Babies holds an audience score of 3.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Test Tube Babies?
Test Tube Babies stars Dorothy Duke, William Thomason, Timothy Farrell and Peggy Roach.
When was Test Tube Babies released?
Test Tube Babies was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.