Man of the World (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1931, Man of the World is a drama and romance film directed by Richard Wallace, running about 74 minutes. “Beyond the 'shadow of the Law'” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young American girl visits Paris accompanied by her fiancee and her wealthy uncle. There she meets and is romanced by a worldly novelist; what she doesn't know is that he is a blackmailer who is using her to get to her uncle.
Who’s in it. Man of the World stars William Powell as Michael Trevor, Carole Lombard as Mary Kendall, Wynne Gibson as Irene Hoffa and Lawrence Gray as Frank Reynolds, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Man of the World 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 Man of the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man of the World tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man of the World (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man of the World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man of the World worth watching?
- Man of the World holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man of the World?
- Man of the World stars William Powell, Carole Lombard, Wynne Gibson, Lawrence Gray and Guy Kibbee.
- When was Man of the World released?
- Man of the World was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.