The Man in Possession (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1931, The Man in Possession is a comedy and romance film directed by Sam Wood, running about 84 minutes. “He was only a servant-but oh how he could serve!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A deeply in debt heiress tries to land a rich man while a collector from the Sheriff's office is guarding the assets in her house.
Who’s in it. The Man in Possession stars Robert Montgomery as Raymond Dabney, Charlotte Greenwood as Clara, Irene Purcell as Crystal Wetherby and C. Aubrey Smith as Mr. Dabney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Man in Possession 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 The Man in Possession page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man in Possession tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man in Possession (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man in Possession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man in Possession worth watching?
- The Man in Possession holds an audience score of 6.5 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 The Man in Possession?
- The Man in Possession stars Robert Montgomery, Charlotte Greenwood, Irene Purcell, C. Aubrey Smith and Beryl Mercer.
- When was The Man in Possession released?
- The Man in Possession was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.