Sunshine Susie (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1931, Sunshine Susie is a comedy and music film directed by Victor Saville, running about 82 minutes. “She knew what she wanted-and used woman's age-old wiles to get it!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sunshine Susie was a remake of the German film Die Privatsekretärin, and retained many of the originals general characteristics. Renete Muller who starred in the original, was again cast as the country girl seeking fame and fortune in the big city. She takes a secretarial job at a bank, and sets about catching the heart of her boss, Herr Hasel.
Who’s in it. Sunshine Susie stars Renate Müller as Susie Surster, Jack Hulbert as Herr Hasel, Owen Nares as Herr Arvray and Morris Harvey as Klapper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Sunshine Susie 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 Sunshine Susie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sunshine Susie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sunshine Susie (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sunshine Susie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sunshine Susie worth watching?
- Sunshine Susie holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sunshine Susie?
- Sunshine Susie stars Renate Müller, Jack Hulbert, Owen Nares, Morris Harvey and Sybil Grove.
- When was Sunshine Susie released?
- Sunshine Susie was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.