Pointed Heels (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1929, Pointed Heels is a comedy and music film directed by A. Edward Sutherland, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Fay Wray plays a beautiful showgirl who falls for a rich Park Avenue guy played by Phillips Holmes. William Powell is a producer in love with Miss Wray, but he won't use his influences to take any advantages.... as usual, he's a perfect gentleman. Pointed Heels was supposed to have been a vehicle for "boop-boop-a-doop" girl Helen Kane, but by the time the film was released, Kane's role was reduced to a supporting part.
Who’s in it. Pointed Heels stars William Powell as Robert Courtland, Helen Kane as Dot Nixon, Fay Wray as Lora Nixon and Richard 'Skeets' Gallagher as Dash Nixon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Pointed Heels has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pointed Heels page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pointed Heels tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pointed Heels (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pointed Heels change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pointed Heels worth watching?
- Pointed Heels holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Pointed Heels?
- Pointed Heels stars William Powell, Helen Kane, Fay Wray, Richard 'Skeets' Gallagher and Phillips Holmes.
- When was Pointed Heels released?
- Pointed Heels was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.