Dancers in the Dark (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1932, Dancers in the Dark is a drama film directed by David Burton, running about 74 minutes. “LOVE in her heart - HATE in her soul - She sang the melody of DEATH!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A bandleader tries to romance a dancer by sending her boyfriend, a musician, out of town. However, things get complicated when he finds out that a gangster has designs on her too.
Who’s in it. Dancers in the Dark stars Miriam Hopkins as Gloria Bishop, Jack Oakie as Duke Taylor, William Collier Jr. as Floyd Stevens and Eugene Pallette as Gus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Dancers in the Dark has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dancers in the Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dancers in the Dark tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dancers in the Dark (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dancers in the Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dancers in the Dark worth watching?
- Dancers in the Dark holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dancers in the Dark?
- Dancers in the Dark stars Miriam Hopkins, Jack Oakie, William Collier Jr., Eugene Pallette and Lyda Roberti.
- When was Dancers in the Dark released?
- Dancers in the Dark was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.