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The Matchmaker

7.019581h 41mMovieComedyRomance

Thornton Wilder's tale of a matchmaker who desires the man she's supposed to be pairing with another woman.

DirectorJoseph Anthony
WriterJohn Michael Hayes
ProducerDon Hartman

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Cast · Directed by Joseph Anthony

SBShirley Booth
Shirley Booth
Dolly 'Gallagher' Levi
APAnthony Perkins
Anthony Perkins
Cornelius Hackl
SMShirley MacLaine
Shirley MacLaine
Irene Molloy
PFPaul Ford
Paul Ford
Horace Vandergelder
RMRobert Morse
Robert Morse
Barnaby Tucker
PWPerry Wilson
Perry Wilson
Minnie Fay
WFWallace Ford
Wallace Ford
Malachi Stack
RCRussell Collins
Russell Collins
Joe Scanlon
RERex Evans
Rex Evans
August
GGGavin Gordon
Gavin Gordon
Rudolph
TMTorben Meyer
Torben Meyer
Alex

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The Matchmaker — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Matchmaker?

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

Is The Matchmaker on Netflix?

No, The Matchmaker is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is The Matchmaker on Amazon Prime Video?

The Matchmaker 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 Matchmaker for free?

The Matchmaker is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.