Curtain Call (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1940, Curtain Call is a comedy film directed by Frank Woodruff, running about 63 minutes. “Secrets of Show Business Hilariously Revealed!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two theatrical producers plan to get even with a demanding actress by tricking her into starring in the worst play they can find.
Who’s in it. Curtain Call stars Barbara Read as Helen Middleton, Alan Mowbray as Donald Avery, Donald MacBride as Jeff Crandall and Helen Vinson as Charlotte Morley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Curtain Call 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 Curtain Call page.
If you liked it. Fans of Curtain Call tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Curtain Call (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Curtain Call change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Curtain Call worth watching?
- Curtain Call holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Curtain Call?
- Curtain Call stars Barbara Read, Alan Mowbray, Donald MacBride, Helen Vinson and John Archer.
- When was Curtain Call released?
- Curtain Call was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.