Margie (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, Margie is a comedy film directed by Paul Gerard Smith, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. Newlyweds Bret (Tom Brown) and Margie (Nan Grey) both aspire to show-biz careers: he wants to be a songwriter, while she is desirous of becoming a radio scripter. Inevitably, Bret and Margie quarrel and break up, only to be reunited by their efforts to snag "banana king" Gomez (Mischa Auer) for a lucrative radio contract. The old 1920s tune "Margie" is heard throughout the proceedings, frequently fitted out with ludicrous new lyrics ("Bananas! We're Always Thikin' of Bananas!" etc.) by a zany songwriting team (Eddie Quillan and Wally Vernon).
Who’s in it. Margie stars Tom Brown as Bret, Nan Grey as Margie, Mischa Auer as Gomez and Joy Hodges as Ruth, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Margie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Margie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Margie (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Margie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Margie?
- Margie stars Tom Brown, Nan Grey, Mischa Auer, Joy Hodges and Edgar Kennedy.
- When was Margie released?
- Margie was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.