Charley's Aunt (1941)

Name: Charley's Aunt
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1941
Duration: 80 min
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Jack Benny, Kay Francis, James Ellison, Anne Baxter, Edmund Gwenn

1h 20m United States of America

Comedy

Plot

Set in 1890, two Oxford students concoct a clever scheme that involves their mischievous friend impersonating a wealthy aunt from Brazil—where the nuts come from. With the guise of the eccentric relative, they aim to impress their love interests and navigate the complexities of romance and social expectations. Hilarity ensues as their plan spirals out of control, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and chaotic encounters. The film cleverly explores themes of identity, friendship, and the lengths one will go for love in a delightful period setting.

Cast

Jack Benny Kay Francis James Ellison Anne Baxter Edmund Gwenn Laird Cregar Reginald Owen Arleen Whelan Richard Haydn Ernest Cossart Morton Lowry Will Stanton Lionel Pape Maurice Cass C. Montague Shaw