Sudden Money (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Sudden Money is a comedy and drama film directed by Nick Grinde, running about 66 minutes. “SWEEPSTAKES MANIA....IT"S a Howl....IT'S a Riot...IT"S a Revolution!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Promises of happier times dawn for the financially distressed Patterson family when father Sweeney and brother-in-law Archibald "Doc" Finney win a $150,000 grand prize in the sweepstake contest. With their windfall, each member of the family decides to pursue a dream.
Who’s in it. Sudden Money stars Charles Ruggles as Sweeney J. Patterson, Marjorie Rambeau as Elsie Patterson, Charley Grapewin as Grandpa Casey Patterson and Broderick Crawford as Archibald 'Doc' Finney, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sudden Money page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sudden Money tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sudden Money (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sudden Money change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Sudden Money?
- Sudden Money stars Charles Ruggles, Marjorie Rambeau, Charley Grapewin, Broderick Crawford and Billy Lee.
- When was Sudden Money released?
- Sudden Money was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.