The Working Man (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1933, The Working Man is a comedy and drama film directed by John G. Adolfi, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. A successful shoe manufacturer named John Reeves goes on vacation and meets the grown children of his recently deceased and much-respected competitor; they're on the verge of losing the family legacy through their careless behavior. Reeves takes it upon himself to save his rival's company by teaching the heirs a lesson in business.
Who’s in it. The Working Man stars George Arliss as John Reeves alias John Walton, Bette Davis as Jenny Hartland alias Jane Grey, Theodore Newton as Tommy Hartland and Hardie Albright as Benjamin 'Benny' Burnett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Working Man has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Working Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Working Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Working Man (1933)?
- In US, The Working Man is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Working Man worth watching?
- The Working Man holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Working Man?
- The Working Man stars George Arliss, Bette Davis, Theodore Newton, Hardie Albright and Gordon Westcott.
- When was The Working Man released?
- The Working Man was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.