The Prodigal
1931, English. Directed by Harry A. Pollard.
An aspiring singer, who has fallen on hard times and is now living as a hobo, returns to his wealthy southern family.
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Harry A. PollardDirector
- Lawrence TibbettJeffrey Farraday
- Esther RalstonAntonia Farraday
- Roland YoungDoc
- Cliff EdwardsSnipe
- Purnell PrattRodman Farraday
- Hedda HopperChristine
- Emma DunnMrs. Farraday
- Stepin FetchitHokey
- Louis John BartelsGeorge
- Theodore von EltzCarter Jerome
- Wally AlbrightPeter
- Susanne RansomElsbeth
Details
- Released
- 21 February 1931
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bess Meredyth, Wells Root
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How long is The Prodigal?
The Prodigal runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does The Prodigal have a post-credits scene?
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The Prodigal parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Prodigal is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Prodigal on?
The Prodigal isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 21 February 1931. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Prodigal?
If you liked The Prodigal, try Brigadoon, Chateau Christmas, Gay Purr-ee.
Who directed The Prodigal?
The Prodigal (1931) was directed by Harry A. Pollard and stars Lawrence Tibbett, Esther Ralston, Roland Young.