Patrick the Great (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1945, Patrick the Great is a comedy and music film directed by Frank Ryan, running about 84 minutes. “THE YEAR'S DIZZIEST WHIRL OF LAUGHS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A famous stage actor hopes to land the lead role in a big new Broadway musical, but he's unaware his teenage son has already been given the part.
Who’s in it. Patrick the Great stars Donald O'Connor as Pat Donahue Jr., Donald Cook as Pat Donahue Sr., Frances Dee as Lynn Andrews and Peggy Ryan as Judy Watkin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Patrick the Great has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Patrick the Great page.
If you liked it. Fans of Patrick the Great tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Patrick the Great (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Patrick the Great change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Patrick the Great worth watching?
- Patrick the Great holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Patrick the Great?
- Patrick the Great stars Donald O'Connor, Donald Cook, Frances Dee, Peggy Ryan and Eve Arden.
- When was Patrick the Great released?
- Patrick the Great was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.