Manhattan Melodrama
1934, English. Directed by W.S. Van Dyke.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- W.S. Van DykeDirector
- Clark GableEdward J. 'Blackie' Gallagher
- William PowellJim Wade
- Myrna LoyEleanor Packer
- Leo CarrilloFather Joe
- Nat PendletonSpud
- George SidneyPoppa Rosen
- Isabel JewellAnnabelle
- Muriel EvansTootsie Malone
- Thomas E. JacksonAsst. Dist. Atty. Richard Snow
- Isabelle KeithMiss Adams
- Noel MadisonManny Arnold
- Jimmy ButlerJim Wade as a Boy
Details
- Released
- 4 May 1934
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Oliver H.P. Garrett, Joseph L. Mankiewicz, Donald Ogden Stewart
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Manhattan Melodrama: quick answers
Is Manhattan Melodrama worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 82 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Manhattan Melodrama?
Manhattan Melodrama runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Manhattan Melodrama have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Manhattan Melodrama. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Manhattan Melodrama parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Manhattan Melodrama is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Manhattan Melodrama on?
Manhattan Melodrama isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Manhattan Melodrama?
If you liked Manhattan Melodrama, try Edge of the City, Fallen Angel, Party Girl.
Who directed Manhattan Melodrama?
Manhattan Melodrama (1934) was directed by W.S. Van Dyke and stars Clark Gable, William Powell, Myrna Loy.