Adventure in Manhattan (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1936, Adventure in Manhattan is a comedy, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Edward Ludwig, running about 73 minutes. “THE GAL WHO TOOK MR. DEEDS TO TOWN STEPS OUT AGAIN... This time with handsome Joel McCrea...in the year's merriest melee of mirth!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of an egotistical crime writer who gets involved with the case of a notorious art thief (who is believed to be dead) while at the same time romancing a lovely young actress who's in a play that also happens to be the cover for massive jewel job. Art connoisseur and criminologist George Melville is hired to track down art thieves, assisted by perky Claire Peyton and goaded by Phil Bane, the roaring newspaper editor who has employed him. The mastermind poses as a theatrical impresario and stages a war drama, replete with loud explosions, to divert attention from his band of thieves, who are cracking safes in a bank adjacent to the theater.
Who’s in it. Adventure in Manhattan stars Jean Arthur as Claire Peyton, Joel McCrea as George Melville, Reginald Owen as Blackton Gregory and Thomas Mitchell as Phil Bane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Adventure in Manhattan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Adventure in Manhattan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Adventure in Manhattan tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Adventure in Manhattan (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Adventure in Manhattan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Adventure in Manhattan worth watching?
- Adventure in Manhattan holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Adventure in Manhattan?
- Adventure in Manhattan stars Jean Arthur, Joel McCrea, Reginald Owen, Thomas Mitchell and Victor Kilian.
- When was Adventure in Manhattan released?
- Adventure in Manhattan was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.