So You're Going to Be a Father(1947)
So You're Going to Be a Father Synopsis
In this comedic short, Joe McDoakes goes through the problems and anxieties of becoming a new father.
So You're Going to Be a Father (1947) is a comedy film directed by Richard L. Bare, released on May 10, 1947 with a runtime of 11m. It stars George O'Hanlon, Art Gilmore, Jane Harker and Oliver Blake. Viewers rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
- Director:
- Richard L. Bare
- Writers:
- Richard L. Bare
- Producers:
- Gordon Hollingshead
- Cinematographer:
- Wesley Anderson
- Production:
- Richard L. Bare Productions
- Status:
- Released
So You're Going to Be a Father Cast & Crew
Main cast
George O'Hanlon
as Joe McDoakes / Josephine McDoakes
Art Gilmore
as Narrator (voice)
Jane Harker
as Alice McDoakes (uncredited)
Oliver Blake
as Swami Fortune Teller (uncredited)
Edward Gargan
as Pie Truck Driver (uncredited)
Creighton Hale
as Psychiatric Ward Doctor (uncredited)
Emmett Vogan
as Doctor (uncredited)
Leo White
as Psychiatric Ward Doctor (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Richard L. Bare, written by Richard L. Bare, produced by Gordon Hollingshead.
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So You're Going to Be a Father Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.8/10 from 5 ratings.
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So You're Going to Be a Father – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in So You're Going to Be a Father?
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The main cast of So You're Going to Be a Father (1947) includes George O'Hanlon, Art Gilmore, Jane Harker, Oliver Blake and Edward Gargan. The film was directed by Richard L. Bare. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was So You're Going to Be a Father released?
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So You're Going to Be a Father was released on May 10, 1947 and runs for 11m.
Is So You're Going to Be a Father worth watching?
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So You're Going to Be a Father (1947) holds an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.