Amateur Daddy (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film
Released in 1932, Amateur Daddy is a drama film directed by John G. Blystone, running about 71 minutes. “Vibrant with the Happy Spirit of Youth and Romance” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jim Gladden, a construction site foreman, is partially responsible for the accidental death of one of his workers, Fred Smith, and makes good on Fred's deathbed request to go to Scotch Valley and take care of his surviving wife and children. When Jim arrives in the small town, he is told that there are two Fred Smith families in Scotch Valley, the rich Smiths and the poor Smiths. Jim assumes that the Smiths he is looking for are the poor ones, and is directed to a house where four children live in poverty.
Who’s in it. Amateur Daddy stars Warner Baxter as Jim Gladden, Marian Nixon as Sally Smith, Rita La Roy as Lotti Pelgram and William Pawley as 2nd Fred Smith, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amateur Daddy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Amateur Daddy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Amateur Daddy (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amateur Daddy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Amateur Daddy?
- Amateur Daddy stars Warner Baxter, Marian Nixon, Rita La Roy, William Pawley and Lucille Powers.
- When was Amateur Daddy released?
- Amateur Daddy was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.