We're Going to Be Rich (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1938, We're Going to Be Rich is a comedy and history film directed by Monty Banks, running about 78 minutes. “Now the boys are battling over the continent's song-and-melody queen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A perpetual dreamer talks his wife into moving with him from their home in Australia to South Africa, where he hopes to discover gold and finally become wealthy.
Who’s in it. We're Going to Be Rich stars Victor McLaglen as "Dobbie" Dobson, Gracie Fields as Kit Dobson, Brian Donlevy as Yankee Gordon and Coral Browne as Pearl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, We're Going to Be Rich has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch We're Going to Be Rich page.
If you liked it. Fans of We're Going to Be Rich tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch We're Going to Be Rich (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for We're Going to Be Rich change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is We're Going to Be Rich worth watching?
- We're Going to Be Rich holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in We're Going to Be Rich?
- We're Going to Be Rich stars Victor McLaglen, Gracie Fields, Brian Donlevy, Coral Browne and Ted Smith.