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The 'Maggie'

1954Movie1 h 32 min

Comedy
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Rotten Tomatoes80%67%
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Rotten Tomatoes80%67%

Summary

The poor, elderly—and the wily, when it comes to parting those who can afford it from their money—Scottish skipper of a broken-down old 'puffer' boat tricks an American tycoon into paying him to transport his personal cargo. When the tycoon learns of the trick, he attempts to track down the boat and remove his possessions.

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  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

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Directed by
Alexander Mackendrick
Written by
Alexander Mackendrick, William Rose
Produced by
Michael Truman
Music by
John Addison

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Facts

February 25, 1954 · 1 h 32 min · Comedy

Released
February 25, 1954
Runtime
1 h 32 min
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Also spoken
Scottish Gaelic
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
28 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The 'Maggie'?"

Questions about The 'Maggie'

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The 'Maggie'?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The 'Maggie' from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It streams in 24 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The 'Maggie' worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). Critics rate it higher (80 out of 100) than audiences (68).

Is The 'Maggie' okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The 'Maggie' make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and sharp wit (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch The 'Maggie'?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.