Edward, My Son (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1949, Edward, My Son is a drama film directed by George Cukor, running about 112 minutes. “Broadway Stage Hit . . . Now on the Screen !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Following the death of his only son, a ruthless businessman reflects on his life, his unhappy marriage and his questionable parenting skills.
Who’s in it. Edward, My Son stars Spencer Tracy as Arnold Boult, Deborah Kerr as Evelyn Boult, Ian Hunter as Doctor Larry Woodhope and James Donald as Bronton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Edward, My Son has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Edward, My Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of Edward, My Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Edward, My Son (1949)?
- In US, Edward, My Son is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Edward, My Son worth watching?
- Edward, My Son holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Edward, My Son?
- Edward, My Son stars Spencer Tracy, Deborah Kerr, Ian Hunter, James Donald and Mervyn Johns.
- When was Edward, My Son released?
- Edward, My Son was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.