The Poor Rich (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film
Released in 1934, The Poor Rich is a comedy film directed by Edward Sedgwick, running about 77 minutes. “The Big Laugh Show!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Albert Stuyvesant Spottiswood and his cousin Harriet Winthrop Spottiswood arrive separately at their long abandoned and very much run down family manor, each unaware that the other is going to be there, and since both have become penniless, they are forced to move into the dilapidated house. When Albert receives a letter from old acquaintances Lord and Lady Fetherstone advising the Spottiswoods of their impending visit to the manor, the cousins are at wit's end as to how to exercise non-existent skills required to make the old house acceptable for guest reception.
Who’s in it. The Poor Rich stars Edward Everett Horton as Albert Stuyvesant Spottiswood, Edna May Oliver as Harriet Spottiswood, Andy Devine as Andy and Leila Hyams as Grace Hunter, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Poor Rich page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Poor Rich tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Poor Rich (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Poor Rich change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Poor Rich?
- The Poor Rich stars Edward Everett Horton, Edna May Oliver, Andy Devine, Leila Hyams and Grant Mitchell.