The First Hundred Years (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1938, The First Hundred Years is a comedy and drama film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 73 minutes. “Bob loves Virginia! Virginia loves Bob...but she's CRAZY about her career! A million laughs...as the love-sparks fly!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. David and Lynn are a happily married couple. When David gets his dream job in another state, Lynn, a high-powered executive, doesn't want to leave NYC and her job
Who’s in it. The First Hundred Years stars Robert Montgomery as David Conway, Virginia Bruce as Lynn Conway, Warren William as Harry Borden and Binnie Barnes as Claudia Weston, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The First Hundred Years has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Hundred Years page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Hundred Years tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Hundred Years (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Hundred Years change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Hundred Years worth watching?
- The First Hundred Years holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First Hundred Years?
- The First Hundred Years stars Robert Montgomery, Virginia Bruce, Warren William, Binnie Barnes and Alan Dinehart.
- When was The First Hundred Years released?
- The First Hundred Years was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.