The Remarkable Andrew (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 1942, The Remarkable Andrew is a comedy and fantasy film directed by Stuart Heisler, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. When Andrew Long, hyper-efficient small town accountant, finds a $1240 discrepancy in the city budget, his superiors try to explain it away. When he insists on pursuing the matter, he's in danger of being blamed himself. In his trouble, the spirit of Andrew Jackson, whom he idolizes, visits him, and in turn, summons much high-powered talent from American history...which only Andrew can see.
Who’s in it. The Remarkable Andrew stars Brian Donlevy as General Andrew Jackson, William Holden as Andrew Long, Ellen Drew as Peggy Tobin and Montagu Love as General George Washington, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, The Remarkable Andrew sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Remarkable Andrew page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Remarkable Andrew tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Remarkable Andrew (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Remarkable Andrew change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Remarkable Andrew worth watching?
- The Remarkable Andrew holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Remarkable Andrew?
- The Remarkable Andrew stars Brian Donlevy, William Holden, Ellen Drew, Montagu Love and Gilbert Emery.
- When was The Remarkable Andrew released?
- The Remarkable Andrew was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.