Laughing Boy (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1934, Laughing Boy is a drama, romance and western film directed by W.S. Van Dyke, running about 79 minutes. “Souls are Laid Bare... Hearts Seek Understanding ... Sympathy... Love...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young Navajo defies tribal custom to marry an outcast.
Who’s in it. Laughing Boy stars Ramon Novarro as Laughing Boy, Lupe Vélez as Slim Girl, William B. Davidson as Hartshone (as William Davidson) and Chief Thunderbird as Laughing Boy's Father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Laughing Boy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Laughing Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Laughing Boy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Laughing Boy (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Laughing Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Laughing Boy worth watching?
- Laughing Boy holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Laughing Boy?
- Laughing Boy stars Ramon Novarro, Lupe Vélez, William B. Davidson, Chief Thunderbird and Catalina Rambula.
- When was Laughing Boy released?
- Laughing Boy was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.