Petticoat Fever (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1936, Petticoat Fever is a comedy and romance film directed by George Fitzmaurice, running about 81 minutes. “No wonder he got "petticoat fever' when he met her!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A lonely radio operator in Labrador falls for an engaged woman.
Who’s in it. Petticoat Fever stars Robert Montgomery as Dascom Dinsmore, Myrna Loy as Irene Campton, Reginald Owen as Sir James Felton and Winifred Shotter as Clara Wilson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Petticoat Fever has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Petticoat Fever page.
If you liked it. Fans of Petticoat Fever tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Petticoat Fever (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Petticoat Fever change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Petticoat Fever worth watching?
- Petticoat Fever holds an audience score of 5.4 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 Petticoat Fever?
- Petticoat Fever stars Robert Montgomery, Myrna Loy, Reginald Owen, Winifred Shotter and Otto Yamaoka.
- When was Petticoat Fever released?
- Petticoat Fever was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.