Mannequin (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 6

Mannequin poster

Released in 1938, Mannequin is a drama and romance film directed by Frank Borzage, running about 95 minutes. “The Romance of a Shopgirl's Millions” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Jessie, a young working class woman, seeks to improve her life by marrying her boyfriend, only to find out that he is no better than what she left behind.

Who’s in it. Mannequin stars Joan Crawford as Jessie Cassidy, Spencer Tracy as John Hennessey, Alan Curtis as Eddie Miller and Ralph Morgan as Briggs, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Mannequin 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, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mannequin page.

If you liked it. Fans of Mannequin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mannequin (1938)?
In US, Mannequin is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Mannequin worth watching?
Mannequin holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Mannequin?
Mannequin stars Joan Crawford, Spencer Tracy, Alan Curtis, Ralph Morgan and Mary Philips.
When was Mannequin released?
Mannequin was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.