Convention City (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1933, Convention City is a comedy film directed by Archie Mayo, running about 69 minutes. “We're off to - "Convention City"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Extra-marital fun and games at a convention of the Honeywell Rubber Company in Atlantic City.
Who’s in it. Convention City stars Joan Blondell as Nancy Lorraine, Adolphe Menjou as T.R. (Ted) Kent, Dick Powell as Jerry Ford and Mary Astor as Arlene Dale, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Convention City has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $522K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Convention City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Convention City tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Convention City (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Convention City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Convention City worth watching?
- Convention City 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 Convention City?
- Convention City stars Joan Blondell, Adolphe Menjou, Dick Powell, Mary Astor and Guy Kibbee.
- When was Convention City released?
- Convention City was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.