The Gay Deception (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1935, The Gay Deception is a comedy and romance film directed by William Wyler, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. A wide-eyed working girl wins a $5,000 sweepstakes and plunges into the lush life of New York City, where she meets a bellboy who is more than he seems.
Who’s in it. The Gay Deception stars Francis Lederer as Sandro, Frances Dee as Mirabel Miller, Benita Hume as Miss Cordelia Channing and Alan Mowbray as Lord Clewe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Gay Deception has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gay Deception page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gay Deception tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gay Deception (1935)?
- In US, The Gay Deception is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Gay Deception worth watching?
- The Gay Deception holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gay Deception?
- The Gay Deception stars Francis Lederer, Frances Dee, Benita Hume, Alan Mowbray and Lennox Pawle.
- When was The Gay Deception released?
- The Gay Deception was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.