Loose Ankles (1930): cast, story & where to watch

1930 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1930, Loose Ankles is a comedy and romance film directed by Ted Wilde, running about 67 minutes.

What it’s about. A grandmother's will leaves her fortune to a few, mostly to her great-niece Ann. Ann will only receive her inheritance once she marries, with the approval of three of her stuffed-shirt relatives and without scandal. Otherwise the estate goes to the cat and dog hospital. Ann, not needing the money, rebels by seeking scandal with a gigolo.

Who’s in it. Loose Ankles stars Loretta Young as Ann, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Gil, Louise Fazenda as Aunt Sarah Harper and Otis Harlan as Major, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Loose Ankles 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 Loose Ankles page.

If you liked it. Fans of Loose Ankles tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Loose Ankles (1930)?
In US, Loose Ankles is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Loose Ankles worth watching?
Loose Ankles holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Loose Ankles?
Loose Ankles stars Loretta Young, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Louise Fazenda, Otis Harlan and Daphne Pollard.
When was Loose Ankles released?
Loose Ankles was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.