The Man from Toronto (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1933, The Man from Toronto is a comedy and romance film directed by Sinclair Hill, running about 77 minutes. “A joyously exciting romance, with a "catch" to it!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. According to the terms of a will two strangers must marry. Leila (Jessie Matthews) is a widow, and Fergus (Ian Hunter) is a Canadian bachelor. Both are bequeathed a fortune, but there is a condition to the receipt of it. The two much marry within a year. To aid matters, Leila disguises herself as Fergus' maid, and the two begin to fall in love. However when Fergus discovers the truth, he is less than pleased by the deception.
Who’s in it. The Man from Toronto stars Jessie Matthews as Leslie Farrar, Ian Hunter as Fergus Wimbush, Frederick Kerr as Bunston and Benny Fields as Jonothan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Man from Toronto has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man from Toronto page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man from Toronto tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man from Toronto (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man from Toronto change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man from Toronto worth watching?
- The Man from Toronto 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 The Man from Toronto?
- The Man from Toronto stars Jessie Matthews, Ian Hunter, Frederick Kerr, Benny Fields and Margaret Yarde.
- When was The Man from Toronto released?
- The Man from Toronto was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.