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Madison Square Garden (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1932, Madison Square Garden is a drama film directed by Harry Joe Brown, running about 74 minutes.

What it’s about. Eddie Burke is a wise-guy pugilist whose talent is unevenly matched by his ego. Despite his character flaws, Eddie knows the meaning of loyalty. When his manager Doc Williams is offered the opportunity to stage a match at Madison Square Garden, but only if he gets rid of his stable of fighters, Eddie fabricates an alibi and stages a walkout on Doc.

Who’s in it. Madison Square Garden stars Jack Oakie as Eddie Burke, Thomas Meighan as Bill Carley, Marian Nixon as Bee and William Collier Sr. as Doc Williams, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Madison Square Garden 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 Madison Square Garden page.

If you liked it. Fans of Madison Square Garden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Madison Square Garden (1932)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madison Square Garden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Madison Square Garden worth watching?
Madison Square Garden holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Madison Square Garden?
Madison Square Garden stars Jack Oakie, Thomas Meighan, Marian Nixon, William Collier Sr. and Zasu Pitts.
When was Madison Square Garden released?
Madison Square Garden was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.