Bookstalls (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1938, Bookstalls is a drama film directed by Joseph Cornell, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. A short made by Joseph Cornell in the late 1930s-- An ode to imagination, travel and literature. In true Cornellian fashion, the film borrows footage from, among other films, a Burton Holmes travelogue; Sightseeing tours of Dutch Marken and agrarian Asia therefore become the dream of a boy at a bookstall.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Bookstalls has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bookstalls page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bookstalls tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bookstalls (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bookstalls change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bookstalls worth watching?
- Bookstalls holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Bookstalls released?
- Bookstalls was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.