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The Bad Sister (1931): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1931 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1931, The Bad Sister is a drama film directed by Hobart Henley, running about 68 minutes. “The girl who wanted everything!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Marianne falls in love with con man Valentine who uses their relation to get her father's endorsement on a money-raising scheme. He runs off with the money and Marianne, later dumping her. Her sister Laura loves Dr. Lindley although she knows he loves Marianne. Marianne returns and marries a wealthy young man, and Lindley turns his love toward Laura.

Who’s in it. The Bad Sister stars Conrad Nagel as Dr. Dick Lindley, Sidney Fox as Marianne Madison, Bette Davis as Laura Madison and Humphrey Bogart as Valentine Corliss, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Bad Sister has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bad Sister page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Bad Sister tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.

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Where can I watch The Bad Sister (1931)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bad Sister change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Bad Sister worth watching?
The Bad Sister holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Bad Sister?
The Bad Sister stars Conrad Nagel, Sidney Fox, Bette Davis, Humphrey Bogart and Charles Winninger.
When was The Bad Sister released?
The Bad Sister was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.