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Melody for Three

6.519411h 7mMovieDrama

Dr. Christian takes an interest in a young boy, a violin prodigy, whose mother is a divorced music teacher. His interest isn't just in the boy's music career--he believes it would be best for the boy to have his parents back together, and sets out to do just that.

DirectorErle C. Kenton
WritersWalter Ferris·Lee Loeb

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Cast · Directed by Erle C. Kenton

JHJean Hersholt
Jean Hersholt
Doctor Paul Christian
FWFay Wray
Fay Wray
Mary Stanley
WKWalter Woolf King
Walter Woolf King
Antoine Pirelle
AAAstrid Allwyn
Astrid Allwyn
Gladys McClelland
SS
Schuyler Standish
Billy Stanley
MEMaude Eburne
Maude Eburne
Mrs. Hastings
ATAndrew Tombes
Andrew Tombes
Mickey Delany
DA
Donnie Allen
Johnny 'Red' Bates (uncredited)
EAElvia Allman
Elvia Allman
Radio Station Receptionist (uncredited)
LA
Lois Austin
Miss Martin (uncredited)
VB
Velma Berg
(uncredited)
BBBudd Buster
Budd Buster
Mr. Mitchell (uncredited)

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Melody for Three — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Melody for Three?

Melody for Three is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ and Philo in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Melody for Three on Netflix?

No, Melody for Three is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and MGM+.

Is Melody for Three on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Melody for Three isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on fuboTV and MGM+ instead.

Where can I watch Melody for Three for free?

Melody for Three is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.

Is there a sequel to Melody for Three?

Yes — Melody for Three is followed by They Meet Again (1941) in the Dr. Christian Collection.

Is there a prequel to Melody for Three?

Yes — Remedy for Riches (1940) comes before Melody for Three in the Dr. Christian Collection.

Is Melody for Three part of a trilogy?

No — Melody for Three is part of the Dr. Christian Collection, which has 6 films.

How many movies are in the Dr. Christian Collection?

There are 6 films in the Dr. Christian Collection: Meet Dr. Christian (1939), The Courageous Dr. Christian (1940), Dr. Christian Meets the Women (1940), Remedy for Riches (1940), Melody for Three (1941) and They Meet Again (1941).