The Wandering Jew (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1933, The Wandering Jew is a drama film directed by George Roland, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. The Wandering Jew tells the story of Arthur Levi (Jacob Ben-Ami), a German-Jewish artist who experiences the new German antisemitism when his masterpiece, a portrait of his Polish-born father entitled "The Eternal Wanderer" is rejected by the Berlin Academy of Art, which also asks his resignation as professor. Later in the film the figure in the painting comes to life and tells Levi the story of the persecution of the Jewish people. The film ends with footage of an anti-Hitler rally at New York City's Madison Square Garden and Levi's resolve to bear onward in the face of adversity.
Who’s in it. The Wandering Jew stars Jacob Ben-Ami as Arthur Levi, Natalie Browning as Gertrude, M.B. Samuylow as Spirit of Arthur's father and Jacob Mestel as Levi family valet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Wandering Jew 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 Wandering Jew page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wandering Jew tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wandering Jew (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wandering Jew change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wandering Jew worth watching?
- The Wandering Jew holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wandering Jew?
- The Wandering Jew stars Jacob Ben-Ami, Natalie Browning, M.B. Samuylow, Jacob Mestel and Abraham Teitelbaum.
- When was The Wandering Jew released?
- The Wandering Jew was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.