Angels Over Broadway (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1940, Angels Over Broadway is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Ben Hecht, running about 79 minutes. “A Romance Born Between Dusk and Dawn” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Small-time businessman Charles Engle is threatened with exposure for embezzling $3,000 for his free-spending wife. Deciding on suicide, he scribbles a note, stuffs it in his pocket and goes for one last night on the town. He is pulled into a poker game by conman Bill O'Brien and singer Nina Barone, but when they discover the dropped note, they resolve to turn the tables, get Engle his $3,000 and save his life.
Who’s in it. Angels Over Broadway stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Bill O'Brien, Rita Hayworth as Nina Barona, Thomas Mitchell as Gene Gibbons and John Qualen as Charles Engle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Angels Over Broadway 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 Angels Over Broadway page.
If you liked it. Fans of Angels Over Broadway tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Angels Over Broadway (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Angels Over Broadway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Angels Over Broadway worth watching?
- Angels Over Broadway holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Angels Over Broadway?
- Angels Over Broadway stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Rita Hayworth, Thomas Mitchell, John Qualen and George Watts.
- When was Angels Over Broadway released?
- Angels Over Broadway was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.