Wednesday's Child (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1934, Wednesday's Child is a drama film directed by John S. Robertson, running about 68 minutes. “From the Sensational Broadway Stage Success” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A 10-year-old's happy life is shattered when his parents are divorced.
Who’s in it. Wednesday's Child stars Edward Arnold as Ray Phillips, Karen Morley as Kathryn Phillips, Frankie Thomas as Bobby Phillips and Robert Shayne as Howard Benson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Wednesday's Child has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wednesday's Child page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wednesday's Child tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wednesday's Child (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wednesday's Child change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wednesday's Child worth watching?
- Wednesday's Child holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wednesday's Child?
- Wednesday's Child stars Edward Arnold, Karen Morley, Frankie Thomas, Robert Shayne and Frank Conroy.
- When was Wednesday's Child released?
- Wednesday's Child was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.