The Flirting Widow (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1930, The Flirting Widow is a comedy and romance film directed by William A. Seiter, running about 72 minutes. “She's everybody's sweetheart but nobody's gal!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An older daughter invents a fiancé so that her father will allow her younger sister to marry. However, the lie comes back to haunt her.
Who’s in it. The Flirting Widow stars Dorothy Mackaill as Celia, Basil Rathbone as Col. Smith, Leila Hyams as Evelyn and William Austin as James Raleigh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Flirting Widow has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flirting Widow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flirting Widow tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flirting Widow (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flirting Widow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Flirting Widow worth watching?
- The Flirting Widow holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Flirting Widow?
- The Flirting Widow stars Dorothy Mackaill, Basil Rathbone, Leila Hyams, William Austin and Claude Gillingwater.