Movie

Ma and Pa Kettle

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★ 7.2(20)19491h 16m

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Good to know

Director: Charles Lamont
Release date: 1949-04-01
Runtime: 1h 16m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal International Pictures
Part of: Ma and Pa Kettle Collection

About Ma and Pa Kettle

Ma and Pa Kettle is a 1949 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Charles Lamont, starring Marjorie Main, Percy Kilbride and Richard Long. It has a runtime of 1 hour 16 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 20 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ma and Pa Kettle in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

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

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ma and Pa Kettle in South Africa?+

Ma and Pa Kettle is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Ma and Pa Kettle on Netflix?+

Ma and Pa Kettle is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Ma and Pa Kettle?+

Ma and Pa Kettle has a runtime of 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).

Who stars in Ma and Pa Kettle?+

Ma and Pa Kettle stars Marjorie Main, Percy Kilbride, Richard Long, Meg Randall and Patricia Alphin.

When did Ma and Pa Kettle come out?+

Ma and Pa Kettle is a 1949 movie directed by Charles Lamont.

What genre is Ma and Pa Kettle?+

Ma and Pa Kettle is Comedy film.

Who directed Ma and Pa Kettle?+

Ma and Pa Kettle was directed by Charles Lamont.