Mary Jane's Pa (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1935, Mary Jane's Pa is a comedy and romance film directed by William Keighley, running about 70 minutes. “They Set a New High in Howls!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sam Preston is a small-town newspaper publisher who suffers from wanderlust. Leaving his family, he thinks well-provided for, he packs a suitcase and hits the road. Ten years later he comes back to find the newspaper shuttered and his family gone.
Who’s in it. Mary Jane's Pa stars Aline MacMahon as Ellen Preston, Guy Kibbee as Sam Preston, Tom Brown as King Wagner and Robert McWade as John Wagner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Mary Jane's Pa 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 Mary Jane's Pa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mary Jane's Pa tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mary Jane's Pa (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mary Jane's Pa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mary Jane's Pa worth watching?
- Mary Jane's Pa holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Mary Jane's Pa?
- Mary Jane's Pa stars Aline MacMahon, Guy Kibbee, Tom Brown, Robert McWade and Minor Watson.
- When was Mary Jane's Pa released?
- Mary Jane's Pa was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.