Harvey
“The Wonderful Pulitzer Prize Play … becomes one of the Great Motion Pictures of our Time!”
The story of Elwood P. Dowd who makes friends with a spirit taking the form of a human-sized rabbit named Harvey that only he sees (and a few privileged others on occasion also.) After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors ensues. Elwood and Harvey become the catalysts for a family mending its wounds and for romance blossoming in unexpected places.
Where to watch Harvey in United States
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Harvey there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Harvey streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Orange VOD |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Harvey
Harvey is a 1950 English-language comedy and fantasy film directed by Henry Koster. The cast is led by James Stewart, Josephine Hull, Peggy Dow. It has a runtime of 1h 44m. Viewers rate it 7.7/10 across 700 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Harvey was produced by Universal International Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on December 4, 1950, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Henry Koster
- Writers
- Myles Connolly, Oscar Brodney
- Release date
- December 4, 1950
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Universal International Pictures
Harvey cast & crew
Harvey was directed by Henry Koster and written by Myles Connolly and Oscar Brodney.
The cast features James Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd, Josephine Hull as Veta Louise Simmons, Peggy Dow as Miss Kelly, Charles Drake as Dr. Sanderson, Cecil Kellaway as Dr. Chumley, and Victoria Horne as Myrtle Mae Simmons.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by William H. Daniels and it was produced by John Beck.
Is Harvey worth watching?
Harvey holds an audience score of 7.7/10 from 683 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.
At 1h 44m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy and fantasy, Harvey is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Harvey
Harvey isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Harvey
James Stewart
Elwood P. Dowd
Josephine Hull
Veta Louise Simmons
Peggy Dow
Miss Kelly
Charles Drake
Dr. Sanderson
Cecil Kellaway
Dr. Chumley
Victoria Horne
Myrtle Mae Simmons
Jesse White
Wilson
William H. Lynn
Judge Gaffney (as William Lynn)
Wallace Ford
The Taxi Driver
Nana Bryant
Mrs. Hazel Chumley
Grayce Mills
Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet (as Grace Mills)
Clem Bevans
Mr. Herman Shimelplatzer
Harvey — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Harvey in United States?
Harvey is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Harvey in?
Harvey is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Harvey?
Harvey runs 1 hours 44 minutes (104 minutes).
▸What is Harvey rated?
Harvey is rated NR. It holds a 7.7/10 audience score from 683 ratings.
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