Brother Rat (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1938, Brother Rat is a comedy film directed by William Keighley, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Story of three buddies at the Virginia Military Institute. Cadet Bing Edwards is secretly married and soon to be a father.
Who’s in it. Brother Rat stars Ronald Reagan as Dan Crawford, Jane Wyman as Claire Adams, Priscilla Lane as Joyce Winfree and Wayne Morris as Billy Randolph, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Brother Rat has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brother Rat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brother Rat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brother Rat (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brother Rat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brother Rat worth watching?
- Brother Rat holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brother Rat?
- Brother Rat stars Ronald Reagan, Jane Wyman, Priscilla Lane, Wayne Morris and Eddie Albert.
- When was Brother Rat released?
- Brother Rat was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.