Name: My Man Godfrey
Director: Gregory La Cava
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1936
Duration: 95 min
Cast: William Powell, Carole Lombard, Alice Brady, Gail Patrick, Eugene Pallette

What My Man Godfrey Is About

Fifth Avenue socialite Irene Bullock needs a "forgotten man" to win a scavenger hunt, and no one is more forgotten than Godfrey Park, who resides in a dump by the East River. Irene hires Godfrey as a servant for her riotously unhinged family, to the chagrin of her spoiled sister, Cornelia, who tries her best to get Godfrey fired. As Irene falls for her new butler, Godfrey turns the tables and teaches the frivolous Bullocks a lesson or two.

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What is My Man Godfrey about?

Fifth Avenue socialite Irene Bullock needs a "forgotten man" to win a scavenger hunt, and no one is more forgotten than Godfrey Park, who resides in a dump by the East River. Irene hires Godfrey as a servant for her riotously unhinged family, to the chagrin of her spoiled sister, Cornelia, who tries her best to get Godfrey fired.

Where can I watch My Man Godfrey?

My Man Godfrey is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, Philo, Pure Flix. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is My Man Godfrey?

My Man Godfrey runs for 95 minutes (1h 35m).

When did My Man Godfrey come out?

My Man Godfrey was released in 1936.

Who directed My Man Godfrey?

My Man Godfrey was directed by Gregory La Cava.

Who stars in My Man Godfrey?

My Man Godfrey stars William Powell, Carole Lombard, Alice Brady, Gail Patrick.

What is My Man Godfrey's rating?

My Man Godfrey holds 7.9/10 on IMDb and 7.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 78 out of 100.