Service for Ladies (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1932, Service for Ladies is a comedy and romance film directed by Alexander Korda, running about 93 minutes. “A delicious comedy romance that makes you smile out loud at the start and roar with laughter at the finish!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Max Tracey is the head waiter at a London hotel. He falls in love at first sight with Sylvia Robertson, an aristocratic woman, and poses as a prince to win her love. In this venture, he is aided by Mr. Westlake, a Ruritanian monarch who owes him a favour. When Sylvia discovers Max's deception, she is appalled, but the situation is resolved when her father tells her that he was once a hotel dishwasher.
Who’s in it. Service for Ladies stars Leslie Howard as Max Tracey, George Grossmith as The King (Mr. Westlake), Benita Hume as Countess Ricardi and Elizabeth Allan as Sylvia Robertson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Service for Ladies 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 Service for Ladies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Service for Ladies tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Service for Ladies (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Service for Ladies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Service for Ladies worth watching?
- Service for Ladies holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Service for Ladies?
- Service for Ladies stars Leslie Howard, George Grossmith, Benita Hume, Elizabeth Allan and Morton Selten.
- When was Service for Ladies released?
- Service for Ladies was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.