Politics (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1931, Politics is a comedy, crime and romance film directed by Charles Reisner, running about 72 minutes. “Vote the Straight Laugh Ticket!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A widow's decision to run for mayor kicks off a battle of the sexes in a small town.
Who’s in it. Politics stars Marie Dressler as Hattie Burns, Polly Moran as Ivy Higgins, Roscoe Ates as Peter Higgins and Karen Morley as Myrtle Burns, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Politics 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 Politics page.
If you liked it. Fans of Politics tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Politics (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Politics change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Politics worth watching?
- Politics holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Politics?
- Politics stars Marie Dressler, Polly Moran, Roscoe Ates, Karen Morley and William Bakewell.
- When was Politics released?
- Politics was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.