Topaze (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1933, Topaze is a comedy and drama film directed by Harry d'Abbadie d'Arrast, running about 78 minutes. “Does It Pay To Be Honest? At forty he discovered hidden power. So he turned over a new leaf and became a crook! You'll love the scoundrel!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An honest and naive schoolteacher gets a lesson in how the world works outside the classroom, when a rich Baron and his mistress use the teacher's name and outstanding reputation in a crooked business scheme.
Who’s in it. Topaze stars John Barrymore as Auguste A. Topaze, Myrna Loy as Coco, Reginald Mason as Baron Philippe de La Tour-La Tour and Jobyna Howland as Baroness Hortense de La Tour-La Tour, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Topaze 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 Topaze page.
If you liked it. Fans of Topaze tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Topaze (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Topaze change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Topaze worth watching?
- Topaze holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Topaze?
- Topaze stars John Barrymore, Myrna Loy, Reginald Mason, Jobyna Howland and Jackie Searl.
- When was Topaze released?
- Topaze was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.