I Dood It (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1943, I Dood It is a comedy, thriller, romance and music film directed by Vincente Minnelli, running about 102 minutes. “M-G-M's MADCAP MUSICAL COMEDY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Constance Shaw, a Broadway dance star, and Joseph Rivington Reynolds, a keen fan of hers, marry after she breaks up with her fiancé. Connie thinks Joseph owns a gold mine, but he actually works as a presser at a hotel valet shop. When everyone learns what he really is, Joseph is banned from the theater. When he sneaks in again, he learns of a plot to set off a bomb in the adjoining munitions warehouse.
Who’s in it. I Dood It stars Red Skelton as Joseph 'Joe' Rivington Renolds, Eleanor Powell as Miss Constance 'Connie' Shaw, Richard Ainley as Larry West and Patricia Dane as Suretta Brenton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, I Dood It has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Dood It page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Dood It tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Dood It (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Dood It change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I Dood It worth watching?
- I Dood It holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I Dood It?
- I Dood It stars Red Skelton, Eleanor Powell, Richard Ainley, Patricia Dane and Sam Levene.
- When was I Dood It released?
- I Dood It was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.