Educating Father (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, Educating Father is a comedy film directed by James Tinling, running about 59 minutes. “ALL HIS PROBLEMS WERE LITTLE ONES!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jones family romp with father trying to convince son to follow him as a druggist, rather than becoming a pilot, until the son's piloting skills come in handy.
Who’s in it. Educating Father stars Jed Prouty as John Jones, Shirley Deane as Bonnie Jones, Dixie Dunbar as Millicent and Spring Byington as Mrs. John Jones, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Educating Father page.
If you liked it. Fans of Educating Father tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Educating Father (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Educating Father change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Educating Father?
- Educating Father stars Jed Prouty, Shirley Deane, Dixie Dunbar, Spring Byington and Kenneth Howell.
- When was Educating Father released?
- Educating Father was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.