Social Register (1934): cast, story & where to watch

1934 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1934, Social Register is a comedy, drama, romance and music film directed by Marshall Neilan, running about 71 minutes. “She knocked the "high" hat off society!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Chorus girl Patsy Shaw crashes a high-society party, meets playboy Charlie Breen, they fall in love, and are on their merry way to wedded bliss. However, Charlie's snobbish, ever-loving mama doesn't think that Patsy is worthy and sets out to prove it.

Who’s in it. Social Register stars Colleen Moore as Patsy Shaw, Alexander Kirkland as Charlie Breene, Pauline Frederick as Mrs. Breene and Robert Benchley as Robert Benchley, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Social Register has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Social Register tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Social Register (1934)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Social Register change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Social Register worth watching?
Social Register holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Social Register?
Social Register stars Colleen Moore, Alexander Kirkland, Pauline Frederick, Robert Benchley and Charles Winninger.
When was Social Register released?
Social Register was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.