My Learned Friend (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1943, My Learned Friend is a comedy and thriller film directed by Basil Dearden, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. An insane murderer is on the loose, and gunning for the men who put him away. Will Hay is on the list, and co-opts Claude Hulbert to try and stop him from meeting a grisly end.
Who’s in it. My Learned Friend stars Will Hay as William Fitch, Claude Hulbert as Claude Babbington, Mervyn Johns as Grimshaw and Laurence Hanray as Sir Norman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, My Learned Friend has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Learned Friend page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Learned Friend tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Learned Friend (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Learned Friend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Learned Friend worth watching?
- My Learned Friend holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Learned Friend?
- My Learned Friend stars Will Hay, Claude Hulbert, Mervyn Johns, Laurence Hanray and Aubrey Mallalieu.
- When was My Learned Friend released?
- My Learned Friend was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.