In Society (1944): cast, story & where to watch

1944 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1944, In Society is an action, comedy, crime and music film directed by Jean Yarbrough, running about 75 minutes. “THE COMEDY KINGS are BACK!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two bumbling plumbers are hired by a socialite to fix a leak. A case of mistaken identity gets the pair an invitation to a fancy party and an entree into high society. As expected, things don't go too smoothly

Who’s in it. In Society stars Bud Abbott as Eddie Harrington, Lou Costello as Albert Mansfield, Marion Hutton as Elsie Hammerdingle and Kirby Grant as Peter Evans, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, In Society 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 In Society page.

If you liked it. Fans of In Society tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch In Society (1944)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for In Society change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is In Society worth watching?
In Society holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, crime and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in In Society?
In Society stars Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Marion Hutton, Kirby Grant and Ann Gillis.
When was In Society released?
In Society was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.