The Happiest Millionaire1967The Happiest Millionaire
1967
In 1916 Philadelphia, Irish immigrant John Lawless becomes butler to the eccentric millionaire Anthony J. Drexel Biddle, who keeps alligators, teaches Bible-class boxing, and is itching to fight in the war. Then Biddle's daughter Cordelia falls in love.
The default: films the whole family can watch together; any scary or intense moments for the littlest viewers are flagged in the Context Notes.
Why it’s here
A Disney musical about a boisterous, loving father who must let his daughter go.
Context notes
For parents, before you press play.
In a tavern song, two leading characters chug beer until a bar fight breaks out and one lands in jail, all played for comedy. Nothing else of note.
The Happiest Millionaire (1967)
Discussion questions
When the credits end, go around the room. Each person gives the film a score out of ten and says why.
- Why was it hard for Mr. Biddle to let Cordy go?
- What did Cordy and Angie argue about?
- What did John Lawless think of the family?
- Which song was your favorite?
Content advisory
Common Sense Media 7+: a tavern musical number ending in a tame bar fight; heavy beer drinking and an arrest.
Trailer
Best edition
The disc comes first.
The Happiest Millionaire DVD (Restored Roadshow Edition)
DVD · June 1, 2004
Blu-ray listed on Blu-ray.com (release date unconfirmed)
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Where to stream
Streaming services are not listed yet. When they are, this note stays secondary to the disc.