Daddy Long Legs
1955, English. Directed by Jean Negulesco.
Wealthy American, Jervis Pendleton has a chance encounter at a French orphanage with a cheerful 18-year-old resident, and anonymously pays for her education at a New England college. She writes letters to her mysterious benefactor regularly, but he never writes back. Several years later, he visits her at school, while still concealing his identity, and—despite their large age difference—they soon fall in love.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 97 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Daddy Long Legs
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Cast & crew
- Jean NegulescoDirector
- Fred AstaireJervis Pendleton III
- Leslie CaronJulie Andre
- Terry MooreLinda Pendleton
- Thelma RitterAlicia Pritchard
- Fred ClarkGriggs
- Charlotte AustinSally McBride
- Larry KeatingAlexander Williamson
- Kathryn GivneyGertrude Pendleton
- Kelly BrownJimmy McBride
- Ray AnthonyRay Anthony
- Gertrude AstorArt Gallery Patron (uncredited)
- Barrie ChaseBlonde Dancer (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 5 May 1955
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Henry Ephron, Phoebe Ephron
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What Daddy Long Legs is based on
Daddy Long Legs is based on Daddy-Long-Legs (1912) by Jean Webster.
1912
Daddy-Long-Legs
By Jean Webster
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Daddy Long Legs: quick answers
Is Daddy Long Legs worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 97 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Daddy Long Legs?
Daddy Long Legs runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does Daddy Long Legs have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Daddy Long Legs. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Daddy Long Legs parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Daddy Long Legs is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Daddy Long Legs on?
Daddy Long Legs isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Daddy Long Legs?
If you liked Daddy Long Legs, try Beauty and the Beast, Secret Millionaire, A Christmas Prince.
Who directed Daddy Long Legs?
Daddy Long Legs (1955) was directed by Jean Negulesco and stars Fred Astaire, Leslie Caron, Terry Moore.
What is Daddy Long Legs based on?
Daddy Long Legs is based on Daddy-Long-Legs (1912) by Jean Webster.