What a Man (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film
Released in 1930, What a Man is a comedy and romance film directed by George Crone, running about 72 minutes. “She called him a lout - He put her to pout -” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wade Rawlings, a former Captain in the Gold Stream Guards, has lost his fortune and has become a wanderer in the United States. He is hired as the Kilbourne-family chauffeur after Mrs. Kilbourne, whose hobby is reforming tramps, takes note of his skill as an auto-mechanic. The rest of the family objects strongly, especially 22-year-old Eileen who takes an immediate dislike to him, but Mr. Kilbourne allows him to stay on. Shortly afterward, Mr. Kilbourne is surprised to learn that Eileen has eloped and he has a new son-in-law, and even more surprised to learn this his son-in-law is the family chauffeur.
Who’s in it. What a Man stars Reginald Denny as Wade Rawlins, Miriam Seegar as Eileen Kilbourne, Harvey Clark as Mr. Kilbourne and Lucille Ward as Mrs. Kilbourne, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch What a Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of What a Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch What a Man (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for What a Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in What a Man?
- What a Man stars Reginald Denny, Miriam Seegar, Harvey Clark, Lucille Ward and Carlyle Moore Jr..