The Man I Love (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, The Man I Love is a comedy film directed by William A. Wellman, running about 74 minutes. “A Boy and Girl in Love- A Silken Siren, Tempting, Alluring! A Romance Gay, Youthful, Exhilarating!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wellman’s first all-talkie, scripted by Herman Mankiewicz, with arrogant boxer Richard Arlen romancing Mary Brian, then falling for temptress Olga Baclanova (Freaks) on the eve of the big fight.
Who’s in it. The Man I Love stars Richard Arlen as Joe "Dum-Dum" Brooks, Mary Brian as Celia Fields, Olga Baclanova as Sonia Barondoff and Harry Green as Curly Bloom, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man I Love page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man I Love tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man I Love (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man I Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Man I Love?
- The Man I Love stars Richard Arlen, Mary Brian, Olga Baclanova, Harry Green and Jack Oakie.
- When was The Man I Love released?
- The Man I Love was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.