The Vagabond Lover (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1929, The Vagabond Lover is a comedy and music film directed by Marshall Neilan, running about 65 minutes. “Sensation on radio.. Revelation on screen.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A zany musical about an amateur musician in search of work who impersonates a big band leader.
Who’s in it. The Vagabond Lover stars Rudy Vallee as Rudy Bronson, Sally Blane as Jean Whitehall, Marie Dressler as Ethel Whitehall and Charles Sellon as Chief George C. Tuttle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Vagabond Lover has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Troma NOW. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Vagabond Lover page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vagabond Lover tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vagabond Lover (1929)?
- In US, The Vagabond Lover is available to stream on Troma NOW. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Vagabond Lover worth watching?
- The Vagabond Lover holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Vagabond Lover?
- The Vagabond Lover stars Rudy Vallee, Sally Blane, Marie Dressler, Charles Sellon and Nella Walker.