Miss Grant Takes Richmond (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1949, Miss Grant Takes Richmond is a comedy film directed by Lloyd Bacon, running about 87 minutes. “She was never so insulted in all her life...and it was wonderful!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A bookie uses a phony real estate business as a front for his betting parlor. To further keep up the sham, he hires dim-witted Ellen Grant as his secretary figuring she won't suspect any criminal goings-on. When Ellen learns of some friends who are about to lose their homes, she unwittingly drafts her boss into developing a new low-cost housing development.
Who’s in it. Miss Grant Takes Richmond stars Lucille Ball as Ellen Grant, William Holden as Dick Richmond, Janis Carter as Peggy Donato and James Gleason as Timothy Gleason, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Miss Grant Takes Richmond has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Miss Grant Takes Richmond page.
If you liked it. Fans of Miss Grant Takes Richmond tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Miss Grant Takes Richmond (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Miss Grant Takes Richmond change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Miss Grant Takes Richmond worth watching?
- Miss Grant Takes Richmond holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Miss Grant Takes Richmond?
- Miss Grant Takes Richmond stars Lucille Ball, William Holden, Janis Carter, James Gleason and Gloria Henry.
- When was Miss Grant Takes Richmond released?
- Miss Grant Takes Richmond was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.