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How to Sub-Let (1939): cast, story & where to watch

1939 · Film · ★ 3.5

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Released in 1939, How to Sub-Let is a comedy film directed by Roy Rowland, running about 8 minutes.

What it’s about. A man fumbles through an apartment sub-let assessment while his wife is away.

Who’s in it. How to Sub-Let stars Robert Benchley as Joe Doakes, Marie Blake as Mrs. Doakes, Hobart Cavanaugh as Mr. Mustavas and Esther Dale as Mrs. Mustavas, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, How to Sub-Let has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch How to Sub-Let page.

If you liked it. Fans of How to Sub-Let tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch How to Sub-Let (1939)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for How to Sub-Let change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is How to Sub-Let worth watching?
How to Sub-Let holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in How to Sub-Let?
How to Sub-Let stars Robert Benchley, Marie Blake, Hobart Cavanaugh, Esther Dale and Hal K. Dawson.
When was How to Sub-Let released?
How to Sub-Let was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.