Barnum Was Right (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1929, Barnum Was Right is an action, comedy and romance film directed by Del Lord, running about 42 minutes.
What it’s about. Freddie owns a failing old hotel. To attract new business he spreads the rumor that there's pirate treasure hidden somewhere in the building.
Who’s in it. Barnum Was Right stars Glenn Tryon as Freddie Farrell, Merna Kennedy as Miriam Locke, Otis Harlan as Samuel Locke and Basil Radford as Standish, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Barnum Was Right has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Barnum Was Right page.
If you liked it. Fans of Barnum Was Right 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 Barnum Was Right (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Barnum Was Right change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Barnum Was Right worth watching?
- Barnum Was Right holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Barnum Was Right?
- Barnum Was Right stars Glenn Tryon, Merna Kennedy, Otis Harlan, Basil Radford and Clarence Burton.