Manhattan Cocktail (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film
Released in 1928, Manhattan Cocktail is a drama film directed by Dorothy Arzner, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. Nancy Carroll stars in Manhattan Cocktail as Babs, a college coed who dreams of becoming a famous actress. Joining up with her campus chums Fred (Richard Arlen) and Bob (Danny O'Shea), likewise aspiring thespians, Babes heads to Broadway with stars in her eyes. The winsome threesome are quickly disillusioned by the heartless machinations of nasty producer Renov (Paul Lukas) and his harridan wife (Lilyan Tashman). Before the plot proper gets under way, the audience is regaled with a cute "mythological" prologue, featuring the same three leading actors. Manhattan Cocktail was a silent picture, except for two brief musical numbers showcasing Nancy Carroll.
Who’s in it. Manhattan Cocktail stars Nancy Carroll as Babs Clark, Richard Arlen as Fred Tilden, Danny O'Shea as Bob Marky and Paul Lukas as Boris Renov, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manhattan Cocktail page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manhattan Cocktail tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manhattan Cocktail (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manhattan Cocktail change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Manhattan Cocktail?
- Manhattan Cocktail stars Nancy Carroll, Richard Arlen, Danny O'Shea, Paul Lukas and Lilyan Tashman.
- When was Manhattan Cocktail released?
- Manhattan Cocktail was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.