Life Begins for Andy Hardy
1941, English. Directed by George B. Seitz.
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With his high school graduation behind him, Andy Hardy decides that as an adult, it's time to start living his life. Judge Hardy had hoped that his son would go to college and study law, but Andy isn't sure that's what he wants to do so he heads off to New York City to find a job. Too proud to accept any help from Betsy Booth, Andy finds that living on his own isn't so easy. With perseverance he eventually finds a job and even gets to date the pretty receptionist in his office. He also has to face several of life's lessons leading him to conclude that he may still have a bit of growing up to do.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 15 August 1941
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Agnes Christine Johnston
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1938 · 6.8/10
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1938 · 6.2/10
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1939 · 5.7/10
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1940 · 5.8/10
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Andy Hardy's Private Secretary
1941 · 5.8/10
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Life Begins for Andy Hardy: quick answers
What should I watch before Life Begins for Andy Hardy?
Watch Andy Hardy Gets Spring Fever (1939), Judge Hardy and Son (1939), Andy Hardy Meets Debutante (1940), and Andy Hardy's Private Secretary (1941) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Life Begins for Andy Hardy?
Next in the series: The Courtship of Andy Hardy (1942), Andy Hardy's Double Life (1942), and Andy Hardy's Blonde Trouble (1944).
Is Life Begins for Andy Hardy worth watching?
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How long is Life Begins for Andy Hardy?
Life Begins for Andy Hardy runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Life Begins for Andy Hardy have a post-credits scene?
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Life Begins for Andy Hardy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Life Begins for Andy Hardy is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Life Begins for Andy Hardy on?
Life Begins for Andy Hardy isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Life Begins for Andy Hardy?
If you liked Life Begins for Andy Hardy, try Easy Virtue, Love, Weddings & Other Disasters, Girl on a Bicycle.
Who directed Life Begins for Andy Hardy?
Life Begins for Andy Hardy (1941) was directed by George B. Seitz and stars Lewis Stone, Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland.