Manhattan Melodrama
“RECKLESS with WOMEN...He pursued them ..."petted" them...promised them nothing and got away with everything!”
The friendship between two orphans endures even though they grow up on opposite sides of the law and fall in love with the same woman.
Where to watch Manhattan Melodrama in United States
Can I watch Manhattan Melodrama in United States? Manhattan Melodrama isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Manhattan Melodrama streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
About Manhattan Melodrama
Manhattan Melodrama is a 1934 English-language crime, drama and romance film directed by W.S. Van Dyke. The cast is led by Clark Gable, William Powell, Myrna Loy. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Manhattan Melodrama was produced by Cosmopolitan Productions and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on May 4, 1934, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- W.S. Van Dyke
- Writers
- Oliver H.P. Garrett, Joseph L. Mankiewicz, Frank Dolan
- Release date
- May 4, 1934
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Cosmopolitan Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Manhattan Melodrama cast & crew
Manhattan Melodrama was directed by W.S. Van Dyke and written by Oliver H.P. Garrett, Joseph L. Mankiewicz, and Frank Dolan.
The cast features Clark Gable as Edward J. 'Blackie' Gallagher, William Powell as Jim Wade, Myrna Loy as Eleanor Packer, Leo Carrillo as Father Joe, Nat Pendleton as Spud, and George Sidney as Poppa Rosen.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by William Axt, cinematography is by James Wong Howe, and it was produced by David O. Selznick.
Is Manhattan Melodrama worth watching?
Manhattan Melodrama holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 82 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime films.
At 1h 33m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime, drama, and romance, Manhattan Melodrama is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Manhattan Melodrama
Manhattan Melodrama isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Manhattan Melodrama
Clark Gable
Edward J. 'Blackie' Gallagher
William Powell
Jim Wade
Myrna Loy
Eleanor Packer
Leo Carrillo
Father Joe
Nat Pendleton
Spud
George Sidney
Poppa Rosen
Isabel Jewell
Annabelle
Muriel Evans
Tootsie Malone
Thomas E. Jackson
Asst. Dist. Atty. Richard Snow
Isabelle Keith
Miss Adams
Noel Madison
Manny Arnold
Jimmy Butler
Jim Wade as a Boy
Manhattan Melodrama — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Manhattan Melodrama in United States?
Manhattan Melodrama is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Manhattan Melodrama in?
Manhattan Melodrama is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Manhattan Melodrama?
Manhattan Melodrama runs 1 hours 33 minutes (93 minutes).
▸What is Manhattan Melodrama rated?
Manhattan Melodrama is rated NR. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 82 ratings.
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