Lady for a Day (1933): cast, story & where to watch

1933 · Film · ★ 7.2

Lady for a Day poster

Released in 1933, Lady for a Day is a comedy and drama film directed by Frank Capra, running about 96 minutes. “Takes its place among the greatest pictures ever made!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Never-wed, poor, rough around the edges Apple Annie has always written to her daughter, Louise, in Spain that she is married and a member of New York's high society. Upon receiving unexpected word from Louise (who hasn't seen Annie since infancy) that she is en route to America with her new fiancé and his father, a count, so the three of them can meet her, Annie panics, despairing that her beloved daughter will be destroyed by the deception.

Who’s in it. Lady for a Day stars Warren William as Dave the Dude, May Robson as Apple Annie, Guy Kibbee as Judge Henry G. Blake and Glenda Farrell as Missouri Martin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Lady for a Day has been warmly received by audiences.

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 Lady for a Day page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lady for a Day tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lady for a Day (1933)?
In US, Lady for a Day 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 Lady for a Day worth watching?
Lady for a Day holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Lady for a Day?
Lady for a Day stars Warren William, May Robson, Guy Kibbee, Glenda Farrell and Ned Sparks.
When was Lady for a Day released?
Lady for a Day was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.