Two Guys from Milwaukee (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1946, Two Guys from Milwaukee is a comedy film directed by David Butler, running about 90 minutes. “Warner's two-rifically happy hit!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Balkan Prince Henry has two wishes, to meet Lauren Bacall and see the "real" America. He befriends cabbie Buzz Williams and, without knowing the microphone is live, the two stage a debate on democracy versus monarchy broadcast back to the Prince's homeland. A plebiscite there puts Henry out of a job. Flying to Milwaukee to become a beer salesman, he meets Bacall on the seat next to his, but a tap on his shoulder means he must give up his seat (and dream) to Bogie.
Who’s in it. Two Guys from Milwaukee stars Dennis Morgan as Prince Henry, Jack Carson as Buzz Williams, Joan Leslie as Connie Reed and Janis Paige as Polly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Two Guys from Milwaukee has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Two Guys from Milwaukee page.
If you liked it. Fans of Two Guys from Milwaukee tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Two Guys from Milwaukee (1946)?
- In US, Two Guys from Milwaukee is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Two Guys from Milwaukee worth watching?
- Two Guys from Milwaukee holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Two Guys from Milwaukee?
- Two Guys from Milwaukee stars Dennis Morgan, Jack Carson, Joan Leslie, Janis Paige and S.Z. Sakall.
- When was Two Guys from Milwaukee released?
- Two Guys from Milwaukee was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.