The Merry Frinks (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 1934, The Merry Frinks is a comedy and drama film directed by Alfred E. Green, running about 68 minutes. “a cavalcade of crackpots in a hurricane of hokum!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An heiress abandons an out-of-work husband, two sons and a lovesick daughter.
Who’s in it. The Merry Frinks stars Aline MacMahon as Hattie 'Mom' Frink, Guy Kibbee as Uncle Newton P. Frink, Hugh Herbert as Joe 'Poppa' Frink and Allen Jenkins as Emmett Frink, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, The Merry Frinks has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Merry Frinks page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Merry Frinks tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Merry Frinks (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Merry Frinks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Merry Frinks worth watching?
- The Merry Frinks holds an audience score of 3.7 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 The Merry Frinks?
- The Merry Frinks stars Aline MacMahon, Guy Kibbee, Hugh Herbert, Allen Jenkins and Helen Lowell.
- When was The Merry Frinks released?
- The Merry Frinks was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.