The Old-Fashioned Way (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1934, The Old-Fashioned Way is a comedy film directed by William Beaudine, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. The Great McGonigle and his troupe of third-rate vaudevillians manage to stay one step ahead of the bill collectors and the sheriff.
Who’s in it. The Old-Fashioned Way stars W.C. Fields as The Great McGonigle / Squire Cribbs in 'The Drunkard', Joe Morrison as Wally Livingston / William Dowton in 'The Drunkard', Baby LeRoy as Albert Pepperday and Judith Allen as Betty McGonigle / Agnes Dowton in the 'The Drunkard', among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Old-Fashioned Way 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 The Old-Fashioned Way page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Old-Fashioned Way tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Old-Fashioned Way (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Old-Fashioned Way change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Old-Fashioned Way worth watching?
- The Old-Fashioned Way holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Old-Fashioned Way?
- The Old-Fashioned Way stars W.C. Fields, Joe Morrison, Baby LeRoy, Judith Allen and Jan Duggan.
- When was The Old-Fashioned Way released?
- The Old-Fashioned Way was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.