The Live Wire (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1935, The Live Wire is an action, comedy and romance film directed by Harry S. Webb, running about 57 minutes.
What it’s about. A sailor (Richard Talmadge) journeys to a remote island in search of a rare urn. The film also stars Alberta Vaughn, Charles K. French and Martin Turner.
Who’s in it. The Live Wire stars Richard Talmadge as 2nd Mate Dick Nelson, Alberta Vaughn as Madge King, Charles K. French as Captain King and Martin Turner as Sam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Live Wire sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Live Wire page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Live Wire tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Live Wire (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Live Wire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Live Wire worth watching?
- The Live Wire holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Live Wire?
- The Live Wire stars Richard Talmadge, Alberta Vaughn, Charles K. French, Martin Turner and George Walsh.
- When was The Live Wire released?
- The Live Wire was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.