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The Human Comedy

6.219431h 58mNRMovieDramaFamily

Teenager Homer Macauley stays at home in the small town of Ithaca, California to support his family while his older brother Marcus prepares to go to war.

DirectorClarence Brown
WritersWilliam Saroyan·Howard Estabrook
ProducerClarence Brown

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Cast · Directed by Clarence Brown

MRMickey Rooney
Mickey Rooney
Homer Macauley
FMFrank Morgan
Frank Morgan
Willie Grogan
JCJames Craig
James Craig
Tom Spangler
MHMarsha Hunt
Marsha Hunt
Diana Steed
FBFay Bainter
Fay Bainter
Mrs. Macauley
RCRay Collins
Ray Collins
Mr. Macauley
VJVan Johnson
Van Johnson
Marcus Macauley
DRDonna Reed
Donna Reed
Bess Macauley
JJJackie 'Butch' Jenkins
Jackie 'Butch' Jenkins
Ulysses Macauley
DMDorothy Morris
Dorothy Morris
Mary Arena
JCJohn Craven
John Craven
Tobey George
AAAnn Ayars
Ann Ayars
Mrs. Sandoval

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The Human Comedy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Human Comedy?

The Human Comedy is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Human Comedy on Netflix?

No, The Human Comedy is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

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The Human Comedy isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Human Comedy for free?

The Human Comedy is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.