Star Dust (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1940, Star Dust is a comedy and drama film directed by Walter Lang, running about 86 minutes. “A GRAND BEHIND THE SCENES SHOW ABOUT HOLLYWOOD!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Hollywood film studios reject her because she's too young, an Arkansas woman sets out to build a career as an actress on her own.
Who’s in it. Star Dust stars Linda Darnell as Carolyn Sayres, John Payne as Ambrose Fillmore "Bud" Borden, Roland Young as Thomas Brooke and Charlotte Greenwood as Lola Langdon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Star Dust has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Star Dust page.
If you liked it. Fans of Star Dust tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Star Dust (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Star Dust change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Star Dust worth watching?
- Star Dust holds an audience score of 4.7 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 Star Dust?
- Star Dust stars Linda Darnell, John Payne, Roland Young, Charlotte Greenwood and William Gargan.
- When was Star Dust released?
- Star Dust was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.