The Gorgeous Hussy (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1936, The Gorgeous Hussy is a drama and history film directed by Clarence Brown, running about 103 minutes. “She swayed a nation..ruled the hearts of men...and spent her life trying to win the one she really loved!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It's the early nineteenth century Washington. Young adult Margaret O'Neal, Peggy to most that know her, is the daughter of Major William O'Neal, who is the innkeeper of the establishment where most out-of-town politicians and military men stay when they're in Washington. Peggy is pretty and politically aware. She is courted by several of those politicians and military men who all want to marry her, except for the one with who she is truly in love.
Who’s in it. The Gorgeous Hussy stars Joan Crawford as Margaret "Peggy" O'Neal, Robert Taylor as 'Bow' Timberlake, Lionel Barrymore as Andrew Jackson and Franchot Tone as John H. Eaton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Gorgeous Hussy has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gorgeous Hussy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gorgeous Hussy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gorgeous Hussy (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gorgeous Hussy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gorgeous Hussy worth watching?
- The Gorgeous Hussy holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gorgeous Hussy?
- The Gorgeous Hussy stars Joan Crawford, Robert Taylor, Lionel Barrymore, Franchot Tone and Melvyn Douglas.
- When was The Gorgeous Hussy released?
- The Gorgeous Hussy was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.