Golden Boy (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1939, Golden Boy is a drama and romance film directed by Rouben Mamoulian, running about 99 minutes. “A Famous Play.....Now A Great Picture!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Despite his talent as a musician, a city boy decides to become a boxer. He's successful as a fighter — much to the dismay of his parents. When gangsters try to by a piece of him, he begins to have second thoughts.
Who’s in it. Golden Boy stars Barbara Stanwyck as Lorna Moon, Adolphe Menjou as Tom Moody, William Holden as Joe Bonaparte and Lee J. Cobb as Mr. Bonaparte, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Golden Boy 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 Golden Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Golden Boy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Golden Boy (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Golden Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Golden Boy worth watching?
- Golden Boy holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Golden Boy?
- Golden Boy stars Barbara Stanwyck, Adolphe Menjou, William Holden, Lee J. Cobb and Joseph Calleia.
- When was Golden Boy released?
- Golden Boy was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.