The Good Companions (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1933, The Good Companions is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Victor Saville, running about 113 minutes. “JOY! MUSIC! MIRTH! "WORTHY OF THE HONOUR of being the first talking picture seen in public by the King and Queen."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Film musical taken from JB Priestley's novel about three musicians joining together to save a failing concert party, the Dinky Doos.
Who’s in it. The Good Companions stars Jessie Matthews as Susie Dean, Edmund Gwenn as Jess Oakroyd, John Gielgud as Inigo Jollifant and Mary Glynne as Miss Elizabeth Trant, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Good Companions has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Good Companions page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Good Companions tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Good Companions (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Good Companions change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Good Companions worth watching?
- The Good Companions holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Good Companions?
- The Good Companions stars Jessie Matthews, Edmund Gwenn, John Gielgud, Mary Glynne and Percy Parsons.
- When was The Good Companions released?
- The Good Companions was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.