Parachute Jumper (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1933, Parachute Jumper is a drama film directed by Alfred E. Green, running about 72 minutes. “Seventy-five Smackers a Jump- and Most of it Goes to Widows!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Air Force washout and his buddy room with a pretty young lady. Desperate for jobs during the Depression, they finally land employment with the mob.
Who’s in it. Parachute Jumper stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Bill Keller, Bette Davis as Patricia 'Alabama' Brent, Frank McHugh as Toodles Cooper and Claire Dodd as Mrs. Newberry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Parachute Jumper has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Parachute Jumper page.
If you liked it. Fans of Parachute Jumper tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Parachute Jumper (1933)?
- In US, Parachute Jumper is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Parachute Jumper worth watching?
- Parachute Jumper holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Parachute Jumper?
- Parachute Jumper stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Bette Davis, Frank McHugh, Claire Dodd and Leo Carrillo.
- When was Parachute Jumper released?
- Parachute Jumper was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.