The First Baby (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, The First Baby is a comedy film directed by Lewis Seiler, running about 75 minutes. “THE UPROARIOUS ROMANCE OF AN AMATEUR MOTHER AND DADDY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a couple become parents for the first time, they discover grandmothers can be almost as demanding as a newborn.
Who’s in it. The First Baby stars Johnny Downs as Johnny Ellis, Shirley Deane as Trudy Wells, Jane Darwell as Mrs. Ellis and Dixie Dunbar as Maude Holbrook, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Baby page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Baby tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Baby (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Baby change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The First Baby?
- The First Baby stars Johnny Downs, Shirley Deane, Jane Darwell, Dixie Dunbar and Marjorie Gateson.
- When was The First Baby released?
- The First Baby was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.