Artists and Models Abroad (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1938, Artists and Models Abroad is a comedy and romance film directed by Mitchell Leisen, running about 90 minutes. “It's an ooh-la-lalapalooza!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Buck Boswell and his all-girl troupe are stranded in Paris, but Buck manages to con the manager of the 'Hotel de Navarre' in furnishing accommodations for his group, but the proprietor's wife locks them out. In his search for funds, Buck meets Patricia Harper, the fourth-richest girl in the world, but he isn't aware of that and thinks she is penniless. Patricia joins his troupe as a lark, and her father, James Harper, also pretends he is broke. Through some chicanery, Buck gets jobs for the girls as models at the Palace of Feminine Arts at the Paris International Exposition. James Harper borrows the priceless Napoleaon necklace to have a copy made for his daughter, but Buck thinks he stole it.
Who’s in it. Artists and Models Abroad stars Jack Benny as Buck Boswell, Joan Bennett as Patricia Harper, Mary Boland as Mrs. Isabel Channing and Charley Grapewin as James Harper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Artists and Models Abroad has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Artists and Models Abroad page.
If you liked it. Fans of Artists and Models Abroad tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Artists and Models Abroad (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Artists and Models Abroad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Artists and Models Abroad worth watching?
- Artists and Models Abroad 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 Artists and Models Abroad?
- Artists and Models Abroad stars Jack Benny, Joan Bennett, Mary Boland, Charley Grapewin and Fritz Feld.
- When was Artists and Models Abroad released?
- Artists and Models Abroad was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.