Movie

Welcome Stranger

“They're Back!... They're Better!”

★ 6.9(7)19471h 47m

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Good to know

Director: Elliott Nugent
Release date: 1947-06-13
Runtime: 1h 47m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

About Welcome Stranger

Welcome Stranger is a 1947 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Elliott Nugent, starring Bing Crosby, Joan Caulfield and Barry Fitzgerald. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Welcome Stranger in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Crusty Dr. McRory of Fallbridge, Maine, hires his temporary replacement sight unseen. Alas, he and young, singing Doctor Jim Pearson don't hit it off; but once Pearson meets teacher Trudy Mason, he is delighted to stay. The locals, taking their cue from McRory, cold-shoulder Pearson, especially Trudy's stuffy fiancé. But then, guess who needs an emergency appendectomy?

Cast

Bing Crosby

Dr. James 'Jim' Pearson

Joan Caulfield

Trudy Mason

Barry Fitzgerald

Dr. Joseph McRory

Wanda Hendrix

Emily Walters

Frank Faylen

Bill Walters

Elizabeth Patterson

Mrs. Gilley

Robert Shayne

Roy Chesley

Larry Young

Dr. Ronnie Jenks

Percy Kilbride

Nat Dorkas

Charles Dingle

Charles 'C.J.' Chesley

Don Beddoe

Mort Elkins

Thurston Hall

Congressman Beeker (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

professor

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Welcome Stranger in Mexico?+

Welcome Stranger is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Welcome Stranger on Netflix?+

Welcome Stranger is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Welcome Stranger?+

Welcome Stranger has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in Welcome Stranger?+

Welcome Stranger stars Bing Crosby, Joan Caulfield, Barry Fitzgerald, Wanda Hendrix and Frank Faylen.

When did Welcome Stranger come out?+

Welcome Stranger is a 1947 movie directed by Elliott Nugent.

What genre is Welcome Stranger?+

Welcome Stranger is Comedy film.

Who directed Welcome Stranger?+

Welcome Stranger was directed by Elliott Nugent.