Going Highbrow (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1935, Going Highbrow is a comedy and romance film directed by Robert Florey, running about 67 minutes. “GUY AND ZASU GO RITZY...AND NERTZY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A ditzy wife yearns to join "high society" when she and her husband become suddenly wealthy. Comedy.
Who’s in it. Going Highbrow stars Guy Kibbee as Matt Upshaw, Zasu Pitts as Cora Upshaw, Edward Everett Horton as Augie Winterspoon and Ross Alexander as Harley Marsh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Going Highbrow has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Going Highbrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Going Highbrow tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Going Highbrow (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Going Highbrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Going Highbrow worth watching?
- Going Highbrow holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Going Highbrow?
- Going Highbrow stars Guy Kibbee, Zasu Pitts, Edward Everett Horton, Ross Alexander and Nella Walker.
- When was Going Highbrow released?
- Going Highbrow was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.