Spendthrift (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1936, Spendthrift is a romance film directed by Raoul Walsh, running about 80 minutes. “He ran a fortune into a shoestring in his hunt for romance!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A profligate, polo-playing playboy (Henry Fonda) is married to a beautiful but superficial heiress (Mary Brian). They divorce, and the wife gets all the money. But the humbled (and impoverished) Fonda finds true love in the arms of Pat Paterson, who cares nothing for material things.
Who’s in it. Spendthrift stars Henry Fonda as Townsend Middleton, Pat Paterson as Valerie 'Boots' O'Connell, Mary Brian as Sally Barnaby and George Barbier as Uncle Morton Middleton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Spendthrift has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Spendthrift page.
If you liked it. Fans of Spendthrift tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Spendthrift (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Spendthrift change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Spendthrift worth watching?
- Spendthrift holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Spendthrift?
- Spendthrift stars Henry Fonda, Pat Paterson, Mary Brian, George Barbier and Edward Brophy.
- When was Spendthrift released?
- Spendthrift was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.