The Bad Sister
1931, English. Directed by Hobart Henley.
The girl who wanted everything!
Marianne falls in love with con man Valentine who uses their relation to get her father's endorsement on a money-raising scheme. He runs off with the money and Marianne, later dumping her. Her sister Laura loves Dr. Lindley although she knows he loves Marianne. Marianne returns and marries a wealthy young man, and Lindley turns his love toward Laura.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Hobart HenleyDirector
- Conrad NagelDr. Dick Lindley
- Sidney FoxMarianne Madison
- Bette DavisLaura Madison
- Humphrey BogartValentine Corliss
- Charles WinningerMr. Madison
- Emma DunnMrs. Madison
- Zasu PittsMinnie
- Slim SummervilleSam
- Bert RoachWade Trumbull
- David DurandHedrick Madison
- Mary AldenMinor Role (uncredited)
- King BaggotPoliceman on Street (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 29 March 1931
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Edwin H. Knopf
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The Bad Sister runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
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The Bad Sister is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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The Bad Sister isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Bad Sister?
If you liked The Bad Sister, try Eleanor the Great, Won't Back Down, Woman of Straw.
Who directed The Bad Sister?
The Bad Sister (1931) was directed by Hobart Henley and stars Conrad Nagel, Sidney Fox, Bette Davis.