The Bands Plays On (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1934, The Bands Plays On is a notable film directed by Russell Mack, running about 87 minutes. “A gay and exciting picture of the laughs and loves and football thrills of college life!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A judge hands four wayward boys to a college football coach who turns them into backfield stars.
Who’s in it. The Bands Plays On stars Robert Young as Tony Ferrera, Stuart Erwin as Stuffy Wilson, Ted Healy as Joe O'Brien and Preston Foster as Howdy Hardy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Bands Plays On sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bands Plays On page.
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- Where can I watch The Bands Plays On (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bands Plays On change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bands Plays On worth watching?
- The Bands Plays On holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Bands Plays On?
- The Bands Plays On stars Robert Young, Stuart Erwin, Ted Healy, Preston Foster and Leo Carrillo.
- When was The Bands Plays On released?
- The Bands Plays On was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.