My Man Godfrey (1936)
Kernel Score: 86% · 383 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Comedy
Released: 1936-09-02
Runtime: 95 minutes
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
My Man Godfrey parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that My Man Godfrey is a classic screwball comedy about a homeless man hired as a butler for a wealthy, eccentric family.
- Violence & scariness: None — No meaningful violence depicted.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Gregory La Cava
Cast
- William Powell as Godfrey
- Carole Lombard as Irene Bullock
- Alice Brady as Angelica Bullock
- Gail Patrick as Cornelia Bullock
- Eugene Pallette as Alexander Bullock
- Jean Dixon as Molly
- Alan Mowbray as Tommy Gray
- Mischa Auer as Carlo
- Pat Flaherty as Mike Flaherty
- Robert Light as Faithful George
My Man Godfrey FAQ
Is My Man Godfrey good?
My Man Godfrey has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 383 audience ratings.
Where can I watch My Man Godfrey?
In the US you can stream My Man Godfrey on Prime Video, Pure Flix, FlixFling, IndieFlix and Artiflix, watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy, Hoopla, FlixHouse and Darkroom and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is My Man Godfrey OK for kids?
My Man Godfrey is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that My Man Godfrey is a classic screwball comedy about a homeless man hired as a butler for a wealthy, eccentric family.
What movies are like My Man Godfrey?
If you liked My Man Godfrey, try Harvey, Murder by Death, The Philadelphia Story and It Happened One Night.