Theodora Goes Wild (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1936, Theodora Goes Wild is a comedy and romance film directed by Richard Boleslawski, running about 94 minutes. “RIOTOUS ROMANTIC COMEDY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The small-town prudes of Lynnfield are up in arms over 'The Sinner,' a sexy best-seller. They little suspect that author 'Caroline Adams' is really Theodora Lynn, scion of the town's leading family. Michael Grant, devil-may-care book jacket illustrator, penetrates Theodora's incognito and sets out to 'free her' from Lynnfield against her will. But Michael has a secret too, and gets a taste of his own medicine.
Who’s in it. Theodora Goes Wild stars Irene Dunne as Theodora Lynn, Melvyn Douglas as Michael Grant, Thomas Mitchell as Jed Waterbury and Thurston Hall as Arthur Stevenson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Theodora Goes Wild 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 Theodora Goes Wild page.
If you liked it. Fans of Theodora Goes Wild tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Theodora Goes Wild (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Theodora Goes Wild change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Theodora Goes Wild worth watching?
- Theodora Goes Wild holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Theodora Goes Wild?
- Theodora Goes Wild stars Irene Dunne, Melvyn Douglas, Thomas Mitchell, Thurston Hall and Elisabeth Risdon.
- When was Theodora Goes Wild released?
- Theodora Goes Wild was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.