Matchmaking Mamma (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1929, Matchmaking Mamma is a comedy film directed by Harry Edwards, running about 23 minutes.
What it’s about. This marriage is the second for both Mr. & Mrs. Cornelius McNitt. He is panty-whipped by his social climbing second wife. She has recruited Clifford Figfield to stage and direct a charity pageant, which is more a means for her to hobnob with the social elite, and to nab Larry Lodge, the pageant's leading man, as a husband for her flighty daughter Phyllis, the pageant's leading lady. Larry ends up only having eyes for Sally McNitt, Mr. McNitt's visiting daughter, and she, in turn has eyes for him.
Who’s in it. Matchmaking Mamma stars Johnny Burke as Cornelius McNitt, Sally Eilers as Sally McNitt, Daphne Pollard as Mrs. Cornelius McNitt and Matty Kemp as Larry Lodge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Matchmaking Mamma 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 Matchmaking Mamma page.
If you liked it. Fans of Matchmaking Mamma tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Matchmaking Mamma (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Matchmaking Mamma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Matchmaking Mamma worth watching?
- Matchmaking Mamma holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Matchmaking Mamma?
- Matchmaking Mamma stars Johnny Burke, Sally Eilers, Daphne Pollard, Matty Kemp and Carole Lombard.
- When was Matchmaking Mamma released?
- Matchmaking Mamma was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.