Sucker Money (1933): cast, story & where to watch

1933 · Film · ★ 4.4

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Released in 1933, Sucker Money is a drama, mystery and romance film directed by Dorothy Davenport, running about 59 minutes.

What it’s about. A phony spiritualist hypnotizes the daughter of a wealthy banker in a scheme to swindle the banker out of his money. A reporter investigating the swami discovers the plot, determines to expose it.

Who’s in it. Sucker Money stars Mischa Auer as Swami Yomurda, Phyllis Barrington as Clare Walton, Earl McCarthy as Jimmy Reeves and Ralph Lewis as John Walton, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Sucker Money has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sucker Money page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sucker Money tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sucker Money (1933)?
In US, Sucker Money is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sucker Money worth watching?
Sucker Money holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sucker Money?
Sucker Money stars Mischa Auer, Phyllis Barrington, Earl McCarthy, Ralph Lewis and Fletcher Norton.
When was Sucker Money released?
Sucker Money was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.