Mother Machree
Ellen McHugh, a poor Irish immigrant to America, finds work in a carnival and is thus able to send her son Brian to a fine school. But when her position is found out, the school expels Brian. Mrs. McHugh feels compelled to allow the school principal and his wife to adopt Brian. The widow McHugh becomes a housekeeper and raises her employer's daughter Edith, who grows up to fall in love with Brian McHugh.
Top cast
Belle BennettMother Machree
Victor McLaglenThe Giant of Kilkenny
Philippe De LacyBrian - Child
Ted McNamaraThe Harper of Wexford
Billy PlattThe Dwarf of Munster
Eulalie JensenMiss Van Studdiford
Constance HowardMrs. Cutting
Pat SomersetBobby De Puyster
Neil HamiltonBrian
Aggie HerringSideshow Woman Asking About Legs (uncredited)
John Wayne
Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “Mother Machree” in Canada, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in Canada can differ from other countries.
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Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 15 Sept 2026.