On the Sunny Side (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1936, On the Sunny Side is a drama and romance film directed by Gustaf Molander, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Eva Bergh works as a bank clerk, but dreams of becoming an artist. At a party she meets the rich Harald Ribe and he instantly falls in love with her. When he proposes to marry her she has no work or place to live and she accepts. At Harald's estate she can live comfortably, but she misses her old friends.
Who’s in it. On the Sunny Side stars Lars Hanson as Harold Ribe, Ingrid Bergman as Eva Bergh, Karin Swanström as Margareta Ribe and Edvin Adolphson as Joakim Brink, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, On the Sunny Side has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch On the Sunny Side page.
If you liked it. Fans of On the Sunny Side tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On the Sunny Side (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the Sunny Side change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On the Sunny Side worth watching?
- On the Sunny Side holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On the Sunny Side?
- On the Sunny Side stars Lars Hanson, Ingrid Bergman, Karin Swanström, Edvin Adolphson and Marianne Löfgren.
- When was On the Sunny Side released?
- On the Sunny Side was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.