Three Wise Fools (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1946, Three Wise Fools is a comedy and drama film directed by Edward Buzzell, running about 90 minutes. “FOR YOUR HEART'S SAKE SEE IT!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An orphan girl melts the hearts of three crusty old men.
Who’s in it. Three Wise Fools stars Margaret O'Brien as Sheila O'Monahan, Lionel Barrymore as Dr. Richard Gaunght, Lewis Stone as Judge James Trumbell and Thomas Mitchell as Terence Alaysius O'Davern, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Three Wise Fools has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Wise Fools page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Wise Fools tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Wise Fools (1946)?
- In US, Three Wise Fools is available to stream on YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Three Wise Fools worth watching?
- Three Wise Fools holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Three Wise Fools?
- Three Wise Fools stars Margaret O'Brien, Lionel Barrymore, Lewis Stone, Thomas Mitchell and Edward Arnold.
- When was Three Wise Fools released?
- Three Wise Fools was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.