Harvey(1950)
“The Wonderful Pulitzer Prize Play … becomes one of the Great Motion Pictures of our Time!”
Overview
The story of Elwood P. Dowd who makes friends with a spirit taking the form of a human-sized rabbit named Harvey that only he sees (and a few privileged others on occasion also.) After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors ensues. Elwood and Harvey become the catalysts for a family mending its wounds and for romance blossoming in unexpected places.
Director
Henry Koster
Studio
Universal International Pictures
Cast
James Stewart
as Elwood P. Dowd
Josephine Hull
as Veta Louise Simmons
Peggy Dow
as Miss Kelly
Charles Drake
as Dr. Sanderson
Cecil Kellaway
as Dr. Chumley
Victoria Horne
as Myrtle Mae Simmons
Jesse White
as Wilson
William H. Lynn
as Judge Gaffney (as William Lynn)
Wallace Ford
as The Taxi Driver
Nana Bryant
as Mrs. Hazel Chumley
Grayce Mills
as Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet (as Grace Mills)
Clem Bevans
as Mr. Herman Shimelplatzer
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1950
Runtime
1h 44m
Language
English
Rating
7.7 / 10
Production Companies
Universal International Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Harvey?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Harvey (1950).
What is Harvey about?▼
The story of Elwood P. Dowd who makes friends with a spirit taking the form of a human-sized rabbit named Harvey that only he sees (and a few privileged others on occasion also.) After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors ensues. Elwood and Harvey become the catalysts for a family mending its wounds and for romance blossoming in unexpected places.
Who directed Harvey?▼
Harvey was directed by Henry Koster and released in 1950. It is a comedy, fantasy film.
How long is Harvey?▼
Harvey has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
Who stars in Harvey?▼
The cast of Harvey includes James Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd, Josephine Hull as Veta Louise Simmons, Peggy Dow as Miss Kelly, Charles Drake as Dr. Sanderson, Cecil Kellaway as Dr. Chumley and more.
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