Smart Blonde (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1937, Smart Blonde is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Frank McDonald, running about 59 minutes. “Gently LIKE A SOCK IN THE JAW!...Torchy Blane will win your smiles!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ambitious reporter Torchy Blane guides her policeman boyfriend to correctly pinpoint who shot the man she was interviewing.
Who’s in it. Smart Blonde stars Glenda Farrell as Torchy Blane, Barton MacLane as Steve McBride, Addison Richards as Fitz Mularkay and Wini Shaw as Dolly Ireland, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Smart Blonde has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Smart Blonde page.
If you liked it. Fans of Smart Blonde tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Smart Blonde (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smart Blonde change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Smart Blonde worth watching?
- Smart Blonde holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Smart Blonde?
- Smart Blonde stars Glenda Farrell, Barton MacLane, Addison Richards, Wini Shaw and Charlotte Winters.
- When was Smart Blonde released?
- Smart Blonde was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.