The Golden Arrow (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1936, The Golden Arrow is a comedy and family film directed by Alfred E. Green, running about 68 minutes. “Here She Is! The 1935 Academy Award Winner in her first picture since winning filmdom's highest honor” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A fake heiress marries a common reporter to thwart the advances of gold-digging playboys.
Who’s in it. The Golden Arrow stars Bette Davis as Daisy Appleby, George Brent as Johnny Jones, Eugene Pallette as Mr. Samuel Burke-Meyers and Carol Hughes as Hortense Burke-Meyers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Golden Arrow has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Golden Arrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Golden Arrow tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Golden Arrow (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Golden Arrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Golden Arrow worth watching?
- The Golden Arrow holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Golden Arrow?
- The Golden Arrow stars Bette Davis, George Brent, Eugene Pallette, Carol Hughes and Dick Foran.
- When was The Golden Arrow released?
- The Golden Arrow was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.
