The Match King (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1932, The Match King is a drama film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Unscrupulous Chicago janitor Paul Kroll uses deceit to fund a return trip to his homeland of Sweden. There, via ongoing continuing deceit and manipulation, he gradually attains a monopoly on the matchstick market in several countries and becomes an influential international figure. Based on the true story of Ivar Kreuger.
Who’s in it. The Match King stars Warren William as Paul Kroll, Lili Damita as Marta Molnar, Glenda Farrell as Babe and Juliette Compton as Sonia Lombard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Match King 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 Match King page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Match King tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Match King (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Match King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Match King worth watching?
- The Match King holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Match King?
- The Match King stars Warren William, Lili Damita, Glenda Farrell, Juliette Compton and Claire Dodd.
- When was The Match King released?
- The Match King was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.