The Cradle Snatchers (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film
Released in 1927, The Cradle Snatchers is a comedy film directed by Howard Hawks, running about 59 minutes. “The Smartest and Sauciest Drama of To-day -- Makes even the Flapper Gasp!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. To cure their flirtatious husbands of consorting with flappers, three wives-- Susan Martin, Ethel Drake, and Kitty Ladd-- arrange with three college boys-- Henry Winton, Oscar, and Joe Valley-- to flirt with them at a house party. Joe Valley, who poses as a hot-blooded Spaniard, is vamped by Ginsberg in female attire, and Oscar, a bashful Swede, uses caveman methods when aroused. During a rehearsal of the party, the three husbands arrive, followed by their flapper friends, leading to comic complications.
Who’s in it. The Cradle Snatchers stars Louise Fazenda as Susan Martin, J. Farrell MacDonald as George Martin, Ethel Wales as Ethel Drake and Franklin Pangborn as Howard Drake, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cradle Snatchers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cradle Snatchers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cradle Snatchers (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cradle Snatchers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Cradle Snatchers?
- The Cradle Snatchers stars Louise Fazenda, J. Farrell MacDonald, Ethel Wales, Franklin Pangborn and Dorothy Phillips.
- When was The Cradle Snatchers released?
- The Cradle Snatchers was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.