Sarah and Son (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1930, Sarah and Son is a drama film directed by Dorothy Arzner, running about 86 minutes. “A Powerful Drama of Mother Love” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A ne'er-do-well husband, after years of abusing his wife, disappears with their son, and winds up selling him to a wealthy family. Years later, the wife, now a world-famous opera singer, finally has enough time and money to begin a search for him.
Who’s in it. Sarah and Son stars Ruth Chatterton as Sarah Storm, Fredric March as Howard Vanning, Fuller Mellish Jr. as Jim Grey and Gilbert Emery as John Ashemore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sarah and Son has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sarah and Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sarah and Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sarah and Son (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sarah and Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sarah and Son worth watching?
- Sarah and Son holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sarah and Son?
- Sarah and Son stars Ruth Chatterton, Fredric March, Fuller Mellish Jr., Gilbert Emery and Doris Lloyd.
- When was Sarah and Son released?
- Sarah and Son was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.