Back Street (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1941, Back Street is a drama film directed by Robert Stevenson, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Previously filmed in 1932, and remade a third time in 1961, this second film version of Fannie Hurst's novel stars Margaret Sullavan as a fashion designer in love with a married banker (Charles Boyer). Directed by Robert Stevenson, the film also stars Richard Carlson, Tim Holt, Frank McHugh, Esther Dale and Cecil Cunningham.
Who’s in it. Back Street stars Charles Boyer as Walter Louis Saxel, Margaret Sullavan as Ray Smith, Richard Carlson as Curt Stanton and Frank McHugh as Ed Porter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Back Street has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Back Street page.
If you liked it. Fans of Back Street tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Back Street (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Back Street change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Back Street worth watching?
- Back Street holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Back Street?
- Back Street stars Charles Boyer, Margaret Sullavan, Richard Carlson, Frank McHugh and Tim Holt.
- When was Back Street released?
- Back Street was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.