Breaking the Ice (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1938, Breaking the Ice is a drama film directed by Edward F. Cline, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. The story begins while Tommy Martin and his mother, Martha Martin say goodbye to Henry and Reuben Johnson. After having stopped by the Mennonite farm, where Tommy and Martha stay with the William and Annie Decker, the Johnsons are headed back to their hometown of Goshen. The balance of the film is concerned with both trying to get the necessary train fare and with Tommy clearing his name over a misunderstanding.
Who’s in it. Breaking the Ice stars Bobby Breen as Tommy Martin, Dolores Costello as Martha Martin, Charles Ruggles as Sam Terwilliger and Irene Dare as Irene Dare, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Breaking the Ice has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breaking the Ice page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breaking the Ice tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breaking the Ice (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breaking the Ice change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breaking the Ice worth watching?
- Breaking the Ice 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 Breaking the Ice?
- Breaking the Ice stars Bobby Breen, Dolores Costello, Charles Ruggles, Irene Dare and Dorothy Peterson.
- When was Breaking the Ice released?
- Breaking the Ice was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.