The Mad Miss Manton
1938, English. Directed by Leigh Jason.
Out of the social register and into the police blotter!
When the murdered body discovered by beautiful, vivacious socialite Melsa Manton disappears, police and press label her a prankster until she and her group of friends prove them wrong.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Mad Miss Manton
The Mad Miss Manton is streaming on YouTube TV in India.
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Cast & crew
- Leigh JasonDirector
- Barbara StanwyckMelsa Manton
- Henry FondaPeter Ames
- Sam LeveneLieutenant Brent
- Frances MercerHelen Frayne
- Stanley RidgesEdward Norris
- Whitney BournePat James
- Vickie LesterKit Beverly
- Ann EversLee Wilson
- Catherine O'QuinnDora Fenton
- Linda PerryMyra Frost
- Eleanor HansenJane
- Hattie McDanielHilda
Details
- Released
- 21 October 1938
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Wilson Collison, Philip G. Epstein
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The Mad Miss Manton: quick answers
Is The Mad Miss Manton worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Mad Miss Manton?
The Mad Miss Manton runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does The Mad Miss Manton have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Mad Miss Manton. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Mad Miss Manton parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Mad Miss Manton is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Mad Miss Manton on?
The Mad Miss Manton is streaming on YouTube TV in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Mad Miss Manton?
If you liked The Mad Miss Manton, try It's a Wonderful World, Lady on a Train, A Shot in the Dark.
Who directed The Mad Miss Manton?
The Mad Miss Manton (1938) was directed by Leigh Jason and stars Barbara Stanwyck, Henry Fonda, Sam Levene.