Mother Is a Freshman (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film
Released in 1949, Mother Is a Freshman is a comedy film directed by Lloyd Bacon, running about 81 minutes. “It's the cheer leader of the year!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Widow Abby Abbott is having serious money problems and has to dip into the family trust in order to pay for her daughter Susan's college tuition. The catch: Abby must also become a co-ed or she can't touch the money. After passing her entrance exams, Abby goes to college and becomes very popular, especially with a handsome English professor whom Susan has a crush on.
Who’s in it. Mother Is a Freshman stars Loretta Young as Abigail Fortitude Abbott, Van Johnson as Professor Richard Michaels, Rudy Vallee as John Heaslip and Barbara Lawrence as Louise Sharpe, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mother Is a Freshman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mother Is a Freshman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mother Is a Freshman (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mother Is a Freshman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Mother Is a Freshman?
- Mother Is a Freshman stars Loretta Young, Van Johnson, Rudy Vallee, Barbara Lawrence and Robert Arthur.
- When was Mother Is a Freshman released?
- Mother Is a Freshman was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.