Angel (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1937, Angel is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Ernst Lubitsch, running about 91 minutes. “I want love - and I'm going to get it!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A woman and her husband take separate vacations, and she falls in love with another man.

Who’s in it. Angel stars Marlene Dietrich as Maria 'Angel' Barker, aka Mrs. Brown, Herbert Marshall as Sir Frederick Barker, Melvyn Douglas as Anthony 'Tony' Halton and Edward Everett Horton as Graham, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Angel has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Angel page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Angel (1937)?
In US, Angel is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Angel worth watching?
Angel holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Angel?
Angel stars Marlene Dietrich, Herbert Marshall, Melvyn Douglas, Edward Everett Horton and Ernest Cossart.
When was Angel released?
Angel was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.