The Senator Was Indiscreet (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1947, The Senator Was Indiscreet is a comedy film directed by George S. Kaufman, running about 88 minutes. “He's the NEW candidate for the screen's HOWL of fame!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A bumbling, long-winded and crooked Southern senator, considered by some as a dark horse for the Presidency, panics his party when his tell-all diary is stolen.
Who’s in it. The Senator Was Indiscreet stars William Powell as Senator Melvin G. Ashton, Ella Raines as Poppy McNaughton, Peter Lind Hayes as Lew Gibson and Arleen Whelan as Valerie Shepherd, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Senator Was Indiscreet has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Senator Was Indiscreet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Senator Was Indiscreet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Senator Was Indiscreet (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Senator Was Indiscreet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Senator Was Indiscreet worth watching?
- The Senator Was Indiscreet holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Senator Was Indiscreet?
- The Senator Was Indiscreet stars William Powell, Ella Raines, Peter Lind Hayes, Arleen Whelan and Ray Collins.
- When was The Senator Was Indiscreet released?
- The Senator Was Indiscreet was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.