The Nuisance (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1933, The Nuisance is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Jack Conway, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Fast-talker extraordinaire Tracy gives one of his quintessential wiseguy performances as a conniving ambulance chaser who falls in love with Evans, unaware she's a special investigator for a streetcar company he's repeatedly victimized.
Who’s in it. The Nuisance stars Lee Tracy as Joseph Phineas 'Joe' Stevens, Madge Evans as Dorothy Mason, Frank Morgan as Dr. Buchanan Prescott and Charles Butterworth as Floppy Phil Montague, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Nuisance has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nuisance page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nuisance tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nuisance (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nuisance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nuisance worth watching?
- The Nuisance holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nuisance?
- The Nuisance stars Lee Tracy, Madge Evans, Frank Morgan, Charles Butterworth and John Miljan.
- When was The Nuisance released?
- The Nuisance was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.