Where to Watch The Matchmaker (1958) in the US

What it's about

It's 1884 in Yonkers, New York. Dolly Gallagher-Levi is a Jane-of-all-Trades, but her latest and most lucrative venture is as a matchmaker, setting men up with women with the intention of matrimony. This job is ironic as she was previously married herself, not enjoying the experience. Her latest client is older penny-pinching retail store owner, Horace Vandergelder, who works his two young meek clerks, Cornelius Hackl and Barnaby Tucker, to the bone. As Horace won't give them a day off, Cornelius and Barnaby plot to close the store and sneak into New York for the day, their mission to meet and kiss a girl. In New York, Cornelius spots Irene Molloy, a young female milliner upon who he sets his sights. On their meeting, Cornelius is unaware that she is also one of Horace's possible brides. Beyond what happens between Horace, Cornelius and Irene, Dolly herself may be ready for matrimony again despite her words to the contrary.

Cast and crew

Director

Joseph Anthony

Writer

Thornton Wilder, John Michael Hayes

Starring

Shirley Booth, Anthony Perkins, Shirley MacLaine

Details

Release date

Aug 14, 1959

Language

English

Country

United States

Awards

1 nomination

Where to Watch The Matchmaker (1958) in the US — common questions

Where to watch The Matchmaker in the United States?

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Can I stream The Matchmaker or do I have to rent it in the United States?

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