Welcome Stranger (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1947, Welcome Stranger is a comedy film directed by Elliott Nugent, running about 107 minutes. “They're Back!... They're Better!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Crusty Dr. McRory of Fallbridge, Maine, hires his vacation replacement sight unseen. Alas, he and young singing Doctor Jim Pearson don't hit it off; but once he meets teacher Trudy Mason, Pearson 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?
Who’s in it. Welcome Stranger stars Bing Crosby as Dr. James 'Jim' Pearson, Joan Caulfield as Trudy Mason, Barry Fitzgerald as Dr. Joseph McRory and Wanda Hendrix as Emily Walters, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Welcome Stranger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Welcome Stranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of Welcome Stranger tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Welcome Stranger (1947)?
- In US, Welcome Stranger is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Welcome Stranger worth watching?
- Welcome Stranger holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Welcome Stranger?
- Welcome Stranger stars Bing Crosby, Joan Caulfield, Barry Fitzgerald, Wanda Hendrix and Frank Faylen.
- When was Welcome Stranger released?
- Welcome Stranger was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.