Golden Boy
1939, English. Directed by Rouben Mamoulian.
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Despite his talent as a musician, a city boy decides to become a boxer. He's successful as a fighter — much to the dismay of his father. When gangsters try to buy a piece of him, he begins to have second thoughts.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Rouben MamoulianDirector
- Barbara StanwyckLorna Moon
- Adolphe MenjouTom Moody
- William HoldenJoe Bonaparte
- Lee J. CobbMr. Bonaparte
- Joseph CalleiaEddie Fuseli
- Sam LeveneSiggie
- Edward BrophyRoxy Lewis
- Beatrice BlinnAnna 'Duchess'
- William H. StraussMr. Carp
- Don BeddoeBorneo
- Stanley AndrewsDriscoll, Fight Official
- Gordon ArmitageFighter
Details
- Released
- 5 September 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lewis Meltzer, Daniel Taradash, Sarah Y. Mason
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Golden Boy: quick answers
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How long is Golden Boy?
Golden Boy runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Golden Boy have a post-credits scene?
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Golden Boy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Golden Boy is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Golden Boy on?
Golden Boy isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Golden Boy?
If you liked Golden Boy, try Romeo and Juliet, Flesh and the Devil, Kid Galahad.
Who directed Golden Boy?
Golden Boy (1939) was directed by Rouben Mamoulian and stars Barbara Stanwyck, Adolphe Menjou, William Holden.