The Primrose Path (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film
Released in 1931, The Primrose Path is a drama film directed by William A. O'Connor, running about 71 minutes. “Is your daughter restless? Is she dissatisfied with her home? Does she want to step out? Tehn by all means take her to see” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A naive high school girl falls for the school's star football player. Her ignorance in the matters of sex leads to pregnancy and heartbreak.
Who’s in it. The Primrose Path stars Helen Foster as Molly Malone, John Darrow as Buck Randall, Dorothy Granger as Rita Johnson and Lane Chandler as Danny McGann, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Primrose Path page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Primrose Path tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Primrose Path (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Primrose Path change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Primrose Path?
- The Primrose Path stars Helen Foster, John Darrow, Dorothy Granger, Lane Chandler and DeWitt Jennings.
- When was The Primrose Path released?
- The Primrose Path was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.