Night World (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 6.7

Released in 1932, Night World is a drama film directed by Hobart Henley, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. "Happy" MacDonald and his unfaithful wife own a Prohibition era night club. On this eventful night, he is threatened by bootleggers, and the club's star dancer falls in love with a young socialite who drinks to forget a personal tragedy, among other incidents.
Who’s in it. Night World stars Lew Ayres as Michael Rand, Mae Clarke as Ruth Taylor, Boris Karloff as 'Happy' MacDonald and Dorothy Revier as Jill MacDonald, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Night World 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 Night World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Night World tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Night World (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Night World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Night World worth watching?
- Night World holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Night World?
- Night World stars Lew Ayres, Mae Clarke, Boris Karloff, Dorothy Revier and Russell Hopton.
- When was Night World released?
- Night World was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.
