That Certain Age (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1938, That Certain Age is a comedy and music film directed by Edward Ludwig, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Dashing reporter Vincent Bullit has just returned from covering the Spanish Civil War. His boss, newspaper magnate Fullerton, has more plans to send him off to China. However, first Fullerton invites Bullit to the peace and quiet of his own home to write a series of European affair articles. When Fullerton's adolescent daughter Alice develops a crush on Bullit, her suitor, boyscout Ken Warren, doesn't seem to stand a chance. Mr. and Mrs. Fullerton, Ken Warren, and even Vincent Bullit himself do their best to sway young Alice's feelings away from the older man. It's a difficult task though, as she is at 'that certain age.'
Who’s in it. That Certain Age stars Deanna Durbin as Alice Fullerton, Melvyn Douglas as Vincent Bullitt, Jackie Cooper as Kenneth Warren and Irene Rich as Mrs. Dorothy Fullerton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, That Certain Age has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch That Certain Age page.
If you liked it. Fans of That Certain Age tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch That Certain Age (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for That Certain Age change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is That Certain Age worth watching?
- That Certain Age holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in That Certain Age?
- That Certain Age stars Deanna Durbin, Melvyn Douglas, Jackie Cooper, Irene Rich and Nancy Carroll.
- When was That Certain Age released?
- That Certain Age was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.