Marry the Girl (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film

Marry the Girl poster

Released in 1937, Marry the Girl is a comedy and romance film directed by William C. McGann, running about 68 minutes. “LOOK OUT BELOW! WE'RE LETTING 'EM GO! The Bughouse Wouldn't Keep 'Em...So We Put 'Em In This Show!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Frantic screwball comedy about a meek personal assistant (Frank McHugh) who is promoted to managing editor of a newspaper features syndicate that is owned by and staffed with cuckoos.

Who’s in it. Marry the Girl stars Frank McHugh as David Partridge, Hugh Herbert as John B. Radway, Mary Boland as Ollie Radway and Mischa Auer as Dimitri Ryeff, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Marry the Girl page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Marry the Girl (1937)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marry the Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Marry the Girl?
Marry the Girl stars Frank McHugh, Hugh Herbert, Mary Boland, Mischa Auer and Alan Mowbray.
When was Marry the Girl released?
Marry the Girl was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.