Beg, Borrow or Steal (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1937, Beg, Borrow or Steal is a comedy and romance film directed by Wilhelm Thiele, running about 72 minutes. “A Laugh-A-Minute romance!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. We find con-man Ingraham Steward living by his wits by steering wealthy Paris visitors to sellers of fake paintings and other assorted dodges. He and his wife, Agatha, have been separated for 15 years, but he promises to give their daughter, Joyce, a lavish wedding at his "château" in France. The fact that he doesn't have a château in France is just a minor trifle. He induces the caretaker, Bill Cherau, of a large country estate to allow it to be used for the wedding. The wedding party arrives and Bill falls madly in love with Joyce and she with him, but a gal has gotta do what a gal has gotta do, and her intended marriage to stuffed-shirt Horace Miller stays on the books. But Steward has a change of heart and he tells one and all that he and his friends, Von Gersdorff, Lefevre, Iznamof, Clifton Summitt and Sasch, are all frauds and crooks. Horace and his family stalk out, which is just fine with Joyce as her true love, the caretaker, is waiting on the grounds.
Who’s in it. Beg, Borrow or Steal stars Frank Morgan as Ingraham Steward, Florence Rice as Joyce Steward, John Beal as Count Bill Cherau and Janet Beecher as Mrs. Agatha Steward, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Beg, Borrow or Steal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beg, Borrow or Steal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beg, Borrow or Steal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beg, Borrow or Steal (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beg, Borrow or Steal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beg, Borrow or Steal worth watching?
- Beg, Borrow or Steal holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beg, Borrow or Steal?
- Beg, Borrow or Steal stars Frank Morgan, Florence Rice, John Beal, Janet Beecher and Herman Bing.
- When was Beg, Borrow or Steal released?
- Beg, Borrow or Steal was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.