Body and Soul (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1931, Body and Soul is a drama film directed by Alfred Santell, running about 70 minutes. “Neither knew what tomorrow might bring...Disgrace for her? Death for him? Only war could create a sudden love like this!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Andress, Watson and Johnson, pilots with a Royal Air Force squadron in France, are tasked with a deadly mission.
Who’s in it. Body and Soul stars Charles Farrell as Mal Andrews, Elissa Landi as Carla, Humphrey Bogart as Jim Watson and Myrna Loy as Alice Lester, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Body and Soul has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Body and Soul page.
If you liked it. Fans of Body and Soul tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Body and Soul (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Body and Soul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Body and Soul worth watching?
- Body and Soul holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Body and Soul?
- Body and Soul stars Charles Farrell, Elissa Landi, Humphrey Bogart, Myrna Loy and Don Dillaway.
- When was Body and Soul released?
- Body and Soul was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.