The Mighty McGurk (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1947, The Mighty McGurk is an action, comedy, drama and adventure film directed by John Waters, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A retired prizefighter becomes the unlikely guardian of a young orphan recently arrived in the United States. Director John Waters' 1946 period comedy, set in New York's Bowery, stars Wallace Beery, Dean Stockwell, Aline MacMahon, Edward Arnold, Cameron Mitchell, Dorothy Patrick, Aubrey Mather, Clinton Sundberg, Milton Parsons, Morris Ankrum and Oliver Blake.
Who’s in it. The Mighty McGurk stars Wallace Beery as Roy 'Slag' McGurk, Dean Stockwell as Nipper, Edward Arnold as Mike Glenson and Aline MacMahon as Mamie Steeple, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Mighty McGurk 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 The Mighty McGurk page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mighty McGurk tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mighty McGurk (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mighty McGurk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mighty McGurk worth watching?
- The Mighty McGurk holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mighty McGurk?
- The Mighty McGurk stars Wallace Beery, Dean Stockwell, Edward Arnold, Aline MacMahon and Cameron Mitchell.
- When was The Mighty McGurk released?
- The Mighty McGurk was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.