Poppy
1936, English. Directed by A. Edward Sutherland.
"Ladies and gentlemen...my daughter, Mademoiselle Poppy, will warble for you whilst I astonish you with feats of legerdemain!"
Carny con artist and snake-oil salesman Eustace McGargle tries to stay one step ahead of the sheriff but is completely devoted to his beloved daughter Poppy.
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- A. Edward SutherlandDirector
- W.C. FieldsEustace McGargle
- Rochelle HudsonPoppy
- Richard CromwellBilly Farnsworth
- Catherine DoucetMaggi Tubbs DePuizzi
- Lynne OvermanAttorney Whiffen
- Granville BatesMayor Farnsworth
- Maude EburneSarah Tucker
- Bill WolfeEgmont
- Adrian MorrisConstable Bowman
- Rosalind KeithFrances Parker
- Ralph RemleyCarnival Manager
- Tom KennedyHot Dog Stand Proprietor (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 17 June 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Virginia Van Upp, Waldemar Young
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What Poppy is based on
Poppy is adapted from a play or musical.
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How long is Poppy?
Poppy runs 75 minutes (1h 15m).
Does Poppy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Poppy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Poppy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Poppy is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Poppy on?
Poppy isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 June 1936. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Poppy?
If you liked Poppy, try Taking Care of Business, Sketch, The Mouse That Roared.
Who directed Poppy?
Poppy (1936) was directed by A. Edward Sutherland and stars W.C. Fields, Rochelle Hudson, Richard Cromwell.
What is Poppy based on?
Poppy is adapted from a play or musical.