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Three's a Crowd (1927): cast, story & where to watch

1927 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1927, Three's a Crowd is a comedy film directed by Harry Langdon, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Harry, The Odd Fellow, is a tenement worker who lives alone in a shack alongside a warehouse and longs for the companionship of a wife and children like other men. One day he spies a pretty girl in his telescope and sends her by carrier pigeon a note that, alas, is received by the wrong party. The Girl marries and, poverty-striken, leaves her husband during a snowstorm. Harry takes her in, and minutes later her child is born. He works like a slave for the mother and child, pretending they are his own. Meanwhile, the husband finds her and comes to the shack on Christmas Eve as Harry is preparing to play Santa Claus. Not realizing the unhappiness she is causing him, The Girl thanks him profusely and leaves with her husband. Overcome, Harry sits overnight on the doorstep and the next morning is found frozen stiff except for his eyes--with amusing results.

Who’s in it. Three's a Crowd stars Harry Langdon as Harry - the Odd Fellow, Gladys McConnell as Gladys - the Girl, Cornelius Keefe as The Husband and Arthur Thalasso as Harry's Boss, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Three's a Crowd has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three's a Crowd page.

If you liked it. Fans of Three's a Crowd tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Three's a Crowd (1927)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three's a Crowd change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Three's a Crowd worth watching?
Three's a Crowd holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Three's a Crowd?
Three's a Crowd stars Harry Langdon, Gladys McConnell, Cornelius Keefe, Arthur Thalasso and Brooks Benedict.
When was Three's a Crowd released?
Three's a Crowd was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.