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Thanks for Everything (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film

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Released in 1938, Thanks for Everything is a comedy film directed by William A. Seiter, running about 70 minutes. “The freshest, funniest comedy idea that 20th Century-Fox ever pulled out of its surprise bag.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Promoters set up a radio contest to find the average American and use him to sell food, apparel and notions. All goes well until he falls in love with a girl who upsets things.

Who’s in it. Thanks for Everything stars Adolphe Menjou as J. B. Harcourt, Jack Oakie as Bates, Jack Haley as Henry Smith and Arleen Whelan as Madge Raines, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thanks for Everything page.

If you liked it. Fans of Thanks for Everything tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Thanks for Everything (1938)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thanks for Everything change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Thanks for Everything?
Thanks for Everything stars Adolphe Menjou, Jack Oakie, Jack Haley, Arleen Whelan and Tony Martin.
When was Thanks for Everything released?
Thanks for Everything was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.