Dangerous Number (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1937, Dangerous Number is a comedy and romance film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 71 minutes. “A RED-HEADED WOMAN WAS THE CAUSE OF IT ALL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Hank Medhill, artificial silk manufacturer, has returned to the U.S. from Japan to learn that his former girlfriend, Eleanor Breen is about to marry. Hank convinces Eleanor to leave the groom-to-be and marry him. Shortly after the marriage, they discover that they have nothing in common. They separate. Hank decides to pick any name from the phone book and date them. That date results in a wild and frightful night for Hank, thanks to Eleanor's clever plan.
Who’s in it. Dangerous Number stars Robert Young as Hank, Ann Sothern as Eleanor, Reginald Owen as William and Cora Witherspoon as Gypsy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Dangerous Number has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dangerous Number page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dangerous Number tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dangerous Number (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dangerous Number change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dangerous Number worth watching?
- Dangerous Number holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Dangerous Number?
- Dangerous Number stars Robert Young, Ann Sothern, Reginald Owen, Cora Witherspoon and Dean Jagger.
- When was Dangerous Number released?
- Dangerous Number was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.