Once in a Lifetime (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1932, Once in a Lifetime is a comedy film directed by Russell Mack, running about 91 minutes. “It's Colossal!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Story of a Hollywood studio during the transition from silents to talkies.
Who’s in it. Once in a Lifetime stars Jack Oakie as George Lewis, Zasu Pitts as Miss Leyton, Sidney Fox as Susan Walker and Aline MacMahon as May Daniels, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Once in a Lifetime has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Once in a Lifetime page.
If you liked it. Fans of Once in a Lifetime tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Once in a Lifetime (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once in a Lifetime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Once in a Lifetime worth watching?
- Once in a Lifetime holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Once in a Lifetime?
- Once in a Lifetime stars Jack Oakie, Zasu Pitts, Sidney Fox, Aline MacMahon and Russell Hopton.
- When was Once in a Lifetime released?
- Once in a Lifetime was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.