My Man Godfrey

My Man Godfrey

1957 · 92 min · EN · 6.4 (19 votes)
Dir. Henry Koster · Starring June Allyson, David Niven, Jessie Royce Landis, Robert Keith, Eva Gabor, Jay Robinson · Music Frank Skinner

She wanted her breakfast in bed - but not alone.

Comedy

The eccentric Bullock household again need a new butler. Daughter Irene encounters bedraggled Godfrey Godfrey at the docks and, fancying him and noticing his obviously good manners, gets him the job. He proves a great success, but keeps his past to himself. When an old flame turns up Irene's sister Cordelia starts making waves.

VIBE

A delightful romp through the absurdities of high society. Expect sharp banter, charming characters, and a feel-good story that’s as elegant as it is funny. Perfect for a sophisticated evening.

wittycharminglightheartedsophisticatedsteadyscrewball comedyclassic Hollywoodblack-and-whiteclassidentityromancesocial commentary
butlerscrewball comedy
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