Review of My Man Godfrey (1936) by Desiree Y — 11 Jun 2007

Possibly my favorite screwball comedy. I love Lombard and Powell.

This review of My Man Godfrey (1936) was written by Desiree Y on 11 Jun 2007.

My Man Godfrey has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Dan M (2,128) on 25 May 2013

That this is a landmark screwball does not surprise me. Watch the screwiness build to quite the climax. Dump indeed…

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By Marta R (262) on 04 Mar 2013

This was really fun to watch... and I absolutely loved the way the way the humor was delivered…

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By Sean Mulvihill (414) for FanboyNation.com (414) on 29 Oct 2018

While My Man Godfrey is full of witty dialogue and classical direction, it's the film's social awareness that really stands out today…

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By Brad S (2,657) on 14 Mar 2016

Loved this 1930'a Screwball Comedy, wish I had seen it sooner. Great writing and fantastic performances…

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By Danny T (116) on 08 May 2016

A perfect film. The best of the screwball comedies…

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By Keenan S (659) on 11 Mar 2013

My Man Godfrey is a superb comedy that is also surprisingly insightful about the issue of social class…

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By Jess L (793) on 09 Jan 2013

More droll than riotous, methinks, but My Man Godfrey scores in its use of William Powell as the forgotten man turned butler who attempts to…

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By Ted C (206) on 26 Dec 2014

Social commentary, script, acting great. Forced romance: very strange, doesn't sit right, ruins film…

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By Daryl K (209) on 20 Jul 2016

This movie is so beautifully executed. Funny and smart. Keeps you with a smile on the face all the way through…

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By Alexander C (2,448) on 24 Oct 2012

It is a great film. It has everything a classic comedy should have. This movie is way ahead of its time…

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