The Passing of the Third Floor Back (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1935, The Passing of the Third Floor Back is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Berthold Viertel, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The tenants of an old London boarding house spend their time in petty bickering and sniping until a mysterious stranger arrives at their door.
Who’s in it. The Passing of the Third Floor Back stars Conrad Veidt as The Stranger, René Ray as Stasia, Frank Cellier as Wright and Anna Lee as Vivian Tomkin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Passing of the Third Floor Back has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Passing of the Third Floor Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Passing of the Third Floor Back tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Passing of the Third Floor Back (1935)?
- In US, The Passing of the Third Floor Back is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Passing of the Third Floor Back worth watching?
- The Passing of the Third Floor Back holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Passing of the Third Floor Back?
- The Passing of the Third Floor Back stars Conrad Veidt, René Ray, Frank Cellier, Anna Lee and John Turnbull.
- When was The Passing of the Third Floor Back released?
- The Passing of the Third Floor Back was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.