Christopher Strong (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1933, Christopher Strong is a drama film directed by Dorothy Arzner, running about 78 minutes. “Higher and higher! Faster and faster! She gave herself to the great god Speed, and tried to run away from the fires within her!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A romance develops between a happily married middle-aged British politician and an adventurous young aviatrix.
Who’s in it. Christopher Strong stars Katharine Hepburn as Lady Cynthia Darrington, Colin Clive as Sir Christopher Strong, Billie Burke as Lady Elaine Strong and Helen Chandler as Monica Strong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Christopher Strong 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 Christopher Strong page.
If you liked it. Fans of Christopher Strong tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Christopher Strong (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Christopher Strong change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Christopher Strong worth watching?
- Christopher Strong holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Christopher Strong?
- Christopher Strong stars Katharine Hepburn, Colin Clive, Billie Burke, Helen Chandler and Ralph Forbes.
- When was Christopher Strong released?
- Christopher Strong was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.