The Monroe Doctrine (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1939, The Monroe Doctrine is a drama, war, romance and history film directed by Crane Wilbur, running about 22 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of President Monroe's response to attempts by Spain to interfere in South America.
Who’s in it. The Monroe Doctrine stars Grant Mitchell as John Quincy Adams, Charles Waldron as President James Monroe, James Stephenson as Senor De La Torre and Frank Wilcox as Henry Clay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Monroe Doctrine 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 The Monroe Doctrine page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Monroe Doctrine tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monroe Doctrine (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monroe Doctrine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Monroe Doctrine worth watching?
- The Monroe Doctrine holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, romance and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Monroe Doctrine?
- The Monroe Doctrine stars Grant Mitchell, Charles Waldron, James Stephenson, Frank Wilcox and George Reeves.
- When was The Monroe Doctrine released?
- The Monroe Doctrine was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.