Life with Father

Here for all!! All the happiness of the play that ran longer, the laughs that were louder than any known before!

19471h 58m6.7(73 votes)

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Synopsis

A straitlaced turn-of-the-century father presides over a family of boys and the mother who really rules the roost.

Life with Father (1947) is a comedy and family film directed by Michael Curtiz. It stars William Powell, Irene Dunne, and Elizabeth Taylor. The film runs for 1 hour 58 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 73 votes.

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Director

Michael Curtiz

Cast

William Powell

Clarence Day Sr.

Irene Dunne

Vinnie Day

Elizabeth Taylor

Mary Skinner

Edmund Gwenn

Rev. Dr. Lloyd

Zasu Pitts

Cousin Cora Cartwright

Jimmy Lydon

Clarence Day Jr.

Emma Dunn

Margaret

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Is Life with Father Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of comedy and family, Life with Father is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About Life with Father

Where can I watch Life with Father?

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Who stars in Life with Father?

Life with Father stars William Powell, Irene Dunne, Elizabeth Taylor, and Edmund Gwenn, and was directed by Michael Curtiz.

How long is Life with Father?

Life with Father has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes.

When did Life with Father come out?

Life with Father was released in 1947.

What genre is Life with Father?

Life with Father is a comedy and family film.

Is Life with Father worth watching?

Life with Father holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.