Private Number (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1936, Private Number is a drama and romance film directed by Roy Del Ruth, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Ellen Neal, a young and inexperienced maid, becomes romantically involved with her employers son which causes various complications. The head butler also has an infatuation for the young girl but his intentions are not that good.
Who’s in it. Private Number stars Loretta Young as Ellen Neal, Basil Rathbone as Thomas Wroxton, Robert Taylor as Richard Winfield and Jane Darwell as Mrs. Frisby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Private Number has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Private Number page.
If you liked it. Fans of Private Number tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Private Number (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Private Number change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Private Number worth watching?
- Private Number holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Private Number?
- Private Number stars Loretta Young, Basil Rathbone, Robert Taylor, Jane Darwell and Patsy Kelly.
- When was Private Number released?
- Private Number was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.