Always Leave Them Laughing (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1949, Always Leave Them Laughing is a comedy and drama film directed by Roy Del Ruth, running about 116 minutes. “We've got Berle on the screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A self-absorbed comedian steps all over his friends and colleagues in order to achieve success.
Who’s in it. Always Leave Them Laughing stars Milton Berle as Kipling Cooper, Virginia Mayo as Nancy Eagen, Ruth Roman as Fay Washburn and Bert Lahr as Eddie Eagen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Always Leave Them Laughing 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 Always Leave Them Laughing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Always Leave Them Laughing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Always Leave Them Laughing (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Always Leave Them Laughing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Always Leave Them Laughing worth watching?
- Always Leave Them Laughing holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Always Leave Them Laughing?
- Always Leave Them Laughing stars Milton Berle, Virginia Mayo, Ruth Roman, Bert Lahr and Alan Hale.