Angels with Broken Wings (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 2.5
Released in 1941, Angels with Broken Wings is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Bernard Vorhaus, running about 72 minutes. “MAD - AND MIGHTY! FAT - AND FLIGHTY! (original poster-all caps)” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Charlotte Lord, a widow in her early forties and owner of Manhattan's smartest modiste shop, is about to marry Guy Barton, a wealthy businessman. But Mexican divorces have been declared illegal, so Guy is still married to Sybil Barton, an unscrupulous gold-digger who left him twelve years earlier. She demands that Guy give her $250,000 for his freedom.- Written by Les Adams
Who’s in it. Angels with Broken Wings stars Binnie Barnes as Sybil Barton, Gilbert Roland as Don Pablo Vincente, Mary Lee as Mary Wilson and Billy Gilbert as Billy Wilson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Angels with Broken Wings has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Angels with Broken Wings page.
If you liked it. Fans of Angels with Broken Wings tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Angels with Broken Wings (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Angels with Broken Wings change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Angels with Broken Wings worth watching?
- Angels with Broken Wings holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Angels with Broken Wings?
- Angels with Broken Wings stars Binnie Barnes, Gilbert Roland, Mary Lee, Billy Gilbert and Jane Frazee.
- When was Angels with Broken Wings released?
- Angels with Broken Wings was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.