Gabriel Over the White House (1933): cast, story & where to watch

1933 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 1933, Gabriel Over the White House is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Gregory La Cava, running about 86 minutes. “The sensation of a nation!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A political hack becomes President during the height of the Depression and undergoes a metamorphosis into an incorruptible statesman after a near-fatal accident.

Who’s in it. Gabriel Over the White House stars Walter Huston as Hon. Judson Hammond - The President of the United States, Karen Morley as Pendola Molloy, Franchot Tone as Hartley Beekman - Secretary to the President and Arthur Byron as Jasper Brooks - Secretary of State, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Gabriel Over the White House has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gabriel Over the White House page.

If you liked it. Fans of Gabriel Over the White House tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Gabriel Over the White House (1933)?
In US, Gabriel Over the White House is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Gabriel Over the White House worth watching?
Gabriel Over the White House holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Gabriel Over the White House?
Gabriel Over the White House stars Walter Huston, Karen Morley, Franchot Tone, Arthur Byron and Dickie Moore.
When was Gabriel Over the White House released?
Gabriel Over the White House was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.