Ma and Pa Kettle
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The Kettles and their fifteen children are about to be evicted from their rundown rustic home when Pa wins the grand prize by coming up with a new tobacco slogan. Birdie Hicks is jealous of the family's new wealth, which includes a completely automated modern home, and accuses Pa of stealing the slogan. Reporter Kim Parker proves Birdie wrong and marries Tom Kettle.
Where to watch Ma and Pa Kettle in United States
Can I watch Ma and Pa Kettle in United States? Ma and Pa Kettle isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Ma and Pa Kettle streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Australia | BINGE, Foxtel Now | — |
About Ma and Pa Kettle
Ma and Pa Kettle is a 1949 English-language comedy film directed by Charles Lamont. The cast is led by Marjorie Main, Percy Kilbride, Richard Long. It has a runtime of 1h 16m. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Ma and Pa Kettle was produced by Universal International Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on April 1, 1949.
- Director
- Charles Lamont
- Writers
- Betty MacDonald, Al Lewis
- Release date
- April 1, 1949
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Universal International Pictures
Ma and Pa Kettle cast & crew
Ma and Pa Kettle was directed by Charles Lamont and written by Betty MacDonald and Al Lewis.
The cast features Marjorie Main as Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle, Percy Kilbride as Frank 'Pa' Kettle, Richard Long as Tom Kettle, Meg Randall as Kim Parker, Patricia Alphin as Secretary, and Esther Dale as Mrs. Birdie Hicks.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Milton Schwarzwald, cinematography is by Maury Gertsman, and it was produced by Leonard Goldstein.
Is Ma and Pa Kettle worth watching?
At 1h 16m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Ma and Pa Kettle is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Ma and Pa Kettle
Ma and Pa Kettle 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 Ma and Pa Kettle
Marjorie Main
Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle
Percy Kilbride
Frank 'Pa' Kettle
Richard Long
Tom Kettle
Meg Randall
Kim Parker
Patricia Alphin
Secretary
Esther Dale
Mrs. Birdie Hicks
Barry Kelley
Mr. Victor Tomkins
Harry Antrim
Mayor Dwiggins
Isabel O'Madigan
Mrs. Hicks' Mother
Ida Moore
Emily
Emory Parnell
Bill Reed
Boyd Davis
Mr. Simpson
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Ma and Pa Kettle — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Ma and Pa Kettle in United States?
Ma and Pa Kettle 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 Ma and Pa Kettle in?
Ma and Pa Kettle is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Ma and Pa Kettle?
Ma and Pa Kettle runs 1 hours 16 minutes (76 minutes).
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