1932 Movies
Browse 736 titles in our 1932 Movies Database
- Scarface
- The Mummy
- Grand Hotel
- Vampyr
- Trouble in Paradise
- Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
- I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang
- Horse Feathers
- The Old Dark House
- White Zombie
- Island of Lost Souls
- Shanghai Express
- Tarzan the Ape Man
- A Farewell to Arms
- I Was Born, But...
- Boudu Saved from Drowning
- Blonde Venus
- Number 17
- Murders in the Rue Morgue
- Red Dust
- East of Shanghai
- Love Me Tonight
- One Way Passage
- Three on a Match
- Doctor X
- Flowers and Trees
- The Mask of Fu Manchu
- Red-Headed Woman
- Queen Kelly
- The Vampire Bat
- Rain
- Busy Bodies
- 20,000 Years in Sing Sing
- One Hour with You
- Santa's Workshop
- The Sign of the Cross
- Pack Up Your Troubles
- What Price Hollywood?
- Marius
- Jewel Robbery
- Towed in a Hole
- American Madness
- Merrily We Go to Hell
- Fanny
- A Bill of Divorcement
- The Cabin in the Cotton
- Thirteen Women
- Downstairs
- The Purchase Price
- So Big!
- Murders in the Zoo
- The Dentist
- Minnie the Moocher
- Forbidden
- No Man of Her Own
- Wooden Crosses
- Movie Crazy
- The Mascot
- Tonight or Never
- Their First Mistake
- Bird of Paradise
- Taxi
- Smilin' Through
- Broken Lullaby
- The Chimp
- The Crowd Roars
- Million Dollar Legs
- Hell's House
- The Beast of the City
- Penguin Pool Murder
- Babes in the Woods
- The Blue Light
- Any Old Port!
- Me and My Gal
- The Dark Horse
- Hot Saturday
- Blondie of the Follies
- Two Seconds
- The Animal Kingdom
- The Man Who Played God
- Arsène Lupin
- Polly of the Circus
- Union Depot
- The Rich Are Always with Us
- Speak Easily
- Chandu the Magician
- Emma
- Kongo
- Tiger Shark
- The Monster Walks
- Back Street
- Night After Night
- This Is the Night
- Night at the Crossroads
- The Song of Songs
- Virtue
- Skyscraper Souls
- The Thirteenth Guest
- The Hatchet Man
- Call Her Savage
- Big City Blues
- Shopworn
- Man Wanted
- Mickey's Good Deed
- Cynara
- The Phantom of Crestwood
- The Lost Squadron
- Devil and the Deep
- Hell's Highway
- Kuhle Wampe or Who Owns the World?
- Payment Deferred
- Blessed Event
- Haunted Gold
- As You Desire Me
- Boo!
- They Call It Sin
- Perfect Understanding
- Flesh
- Ride Him, Cowboy
- Three Wise Girls
- Beauty and the Boss
- The Hurricane Express
- The Big Stampede
- High Pressure
- Where Now Are the Dreams of Youth?
- It's Got Me Again!
- The Barbarian
- Barnyard Olympics
- The Half-Naked Truth
- Make Me a Star
- The Sign of Four: Sherlock Holmes' Greatest Case
- The Menace
- Faithless
- The Match King
- Winner Take All
- Miss Pinkerton
- The Kid from Spain
- Letty Lynton
- Queen of Atlantis
- The Mouthpiece
- The Wet Parade
- The Strange Love of Molly Louvain
- King Neptune
- Love Is a Racket
- Mickey's Nightmare
- Fast Life
- The Passionate Plumber
- Mickey's Revue
- Life Begins
- Love Affair
- You Said a Mouthful
- A Successful Calamity
- The Greeks Had a Word for Them
- Air Mail
- Rockabye
- Are You Listening?
- The Klondike Kid
- No More Orchids
- Mr. Robinson Crusoe
- The Three Musketeers
- Central Park
- The Idea
- Two-Fisted Law
- Charlie Chan's Chance
- No Blood Relation
- Silver Dollar
- Night World
- War Babies
- The Famous Ferguson Case
- Under Eighteen
- The Shadow of the Eagle
- The Tenderfoot
- Madame Butterfly
- Texas Cyclone
- Night Court
- The Age of Consent
- Ladies of the Jury
- Symphony of Six Million
- The Last Mile
- Lady with a Past
- Street of Women
- State's Attorney
- Betty Boop, M.D.
- Sinners in the Sun
- The Crooked Circle
- Week-End Marriage
- Westward Passage
- Vanity Fair
- Play Girl
- The Crash
- The Phantom Fiend
- Carnival Boat
- Boop-Oop-A-Doop
- Betty Boop's Bamboo Isle
- The Conquerors
- Behind the Mask
- Law and Order
- Alias the Doctor
- Ivan
- After Tomorrow
- Moonlight for Two
- Secrets of the French Police
- Looking Forward
- Scarlet Dawn
- F.P.1 Doesn't Answer
- Girl Crazy
- Betty Boop for President
- Goopy Geer
- Chess-Nuts
- Prestige
- Fireman, Save My Child!
- The Pie-Covered Wagon
- -But the Flesh Is Weak
- Prosperity
- Choo-Choo!
- Ten Minutes to Live
- Hook and Ladder
- Free Wheeling
- The Big Broadcast
- Spring Shower
- Two Against the World
- Anton Spelec, ostrostrelec
- The Impatient Maiden
- New Morals for Old
- Hold 'Em Jail
- A Great Big Bunch of You
- Wild Girl
- Daïnah la métisse
- Young America
- Manhattan Tower
- The Sport Parade
- The Queen Was in the Parlor
- Strangers of the Evening
- The Big Timer
- Free Eats
- Red-Haired Alibi
- Men of Chance
- Freddy the Freshman
- Young Bride
- Santa
- Roar of the Dragon
- Ride Him, Bosko!
- Huddle
- Tangled Destinies
- Unashamed
- The Woman from Monte Carlo
- The Savage Girl
- Sherlock Holmes
- Birthday Blues
- Betty Boop's Museum
- Is My Face Red?
- A Strange Adventure
- Lady and Gent
- Betty Boop's Bizzy Bee
- The Phantom Express
- Lovers Courageous
- I Love a Parade
- The Shadow
- The Pooch
- Les carottiers
- Crazy-Town
- Pagan Moon
- I Wish I Had Wings
- Once in a Lifetime
- Lilac
- By Whose Hand?
- Sinister Hands
- It's Tough to Be Famous
- Panama Flo
- The Miracle Man
- Tombstone Canyon
- The King Murder
- Betty Boop's Ups and Downs
- Die verkaufte Braut
- Crosby, Columbo, and Vallee
- The Betty Boop Limited
- Fun in the Barracks
- Heritage of the Desert
- Lelícek ve sluzbách Sherlocka Holmesa
- The Heart of New York
- I by Day, You by Night
- Battling Bosko
- Strangers in Love
- Bosko at the Zoo
- The Son-Daughter
- Stopping the Show
- Bosko's Dizzy Date
- Bosko's Party
- Crooner
- The Roadhouse Murder
- The Phantom President
- Spanky
- Readin' and Writin'
- Divorce in the Family
- Bosko the Lumberjack
- Slightly Married
- The Midnight Warning
- Bosko and Bruno
- You're Too Careless with Your Kisses!
- Attorney for the Defense
- Washington Merry-Go-Round
- Veiled Aristocrats
- Tom Brown of Culver
- A Hunting We Will Go
- Big-Hearted Bosko
- 6 Hours to Live
- Any Rags
- The Devil Is Driving
- Murder at Dawn
- Illegal
- The Washington Masquerade
- Dancers in the Dark
- The Last of the Mohicans
- Manhattan Parade
- Ghost Valley
- Bosko at the Beach
- Reserved for Ladies
- Bosko's Store
- A Nation Is Awaking
- Uptown New York
- Three's a Crowd
- Broadway to Cheyenne
- The Man from Yesterday
- Flaming Gold
- Men of America
- Bosko's Dog Race
- Evenings for Sale
- Strange Justice
- That's My Boy
- Fantômas
- Klondike
- Love Bound
- Pencil Mania
- Plane Dumb
- Careless Lady
- The Dancing Fool
- The Man from Toronto
- The Expert
- Unholy Love
- The Company's in Love
- The Final Edition
- The Living Dead
- Hell on Earth
- Those We Love
- Servant's Entrance
- Sky Devils
- Cross-Examination
- Here's Berlin
- Discarded Lovers
- Piano Tooners
- While Paris Sleeps
- Too Busy to Work
- Afraid to Talk
- The Trial of Vivienne Ware
- The Misleading Lady
- Destry Rides Again
- Admission Free
- Bosko's Woodland Daze
- A Passport to Hell
- Stranger in Town
- White Ecstasy
- Bosko the Drawback
- Experimental Animation 1933
- Beyond the Rockies
- Officer Thirteen
- Artistic Temper
- Rambling 'Round Radio Row #2
- Get That Girl
- Tumultes
- Vanity Street
- Oh! How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning
- Forbidden Trail
- Wild Rose
- Guilty as Hell
- She Wanted a Millionaire
- A Fool's Advice
- A Spanish Twist
- Hell-Fire Austin
- Rudy Vallee Melodies
- Come on Danger!
- The Farmerette
- When a Feller Needs a Friend
- Without Honor
- Lena Rivers
- Thunder Below
- The Great Love
- Haji Agha, the Cinema Actor
- Her First Affaire
- Powder and Petrol
- Quick
- Bring 'Em Back Alive
- Little Orphan Annie
- They Never Come Back
- Behind Stone Walls
- Life Is Beautiful
- It's in the Bag
- Romantic Melodies
- Renegades of the West
- Okay America!
- The Night Club Lady
- The Night of June 13
- Pots and Pans
- Rynox
- Landskamp
- Hidden Valley
- The Girl from Calgary
- No One Man
- The Midnight Lady
- The Saddle Buster
- Border Devils
- The Cowboy Counsellor
- Funebrák
- The Southsiders
- Razzia in St. Pauli
- Between Fighting Men
- Bhakta Prahlada
- The Yellow Dog
- Down to Earth
- Dokhtare Lor ya irane druz va emruz
- Shame
- Probation
- Love in High Gear
- Der Rebell
- This Naked Age
- Rocketeers
- Come on, Tarzan
- The Night Rider
- Der Stolz der 3. Kompanie
- False Faces
- The Drifter
- Pour un soir..!
- The Local Bad Man
- Mason of the Mounted
- Dynamite Ranch
- Cock of the Air
- A Woman Commands
- Under-Cover Man
- Redskin Blues
- La belle marinière
- Mystery Ranch
- Barnyard Bunk
- Madame Racketeer
- The All-American
- Two Kinds of Women
- 70,000 Witnesses
- Hotel Continental
- Men Are Such Fools
- Odds 777
- The Western Code
- Looking on the Bright Side
- You're Telling Me
- Your Money or Your Life
- Texas Buddies
- Woman in Chains
- South of the Rio Grande
- Reckless Decision
- The Ghost Train
- Tell Me Tonight
- The Last Frontier
- Flames
- The Crusader
- A Man's Land
- Loving Blood of the Volcano
- Ein Unsichtbarer geht durch die Stadt
- The Mistress of Atlantis
- Whistlin' Dan
- Footsteps in the Night
- The Fighting Champ
- Partners
- Her Mad Night
- The Stoker
- Alias Mary Smith
- His Lordship
- Un chien qui rapporte
- Sky Bride
- Docks of San Francisco
- The Silent Witness
- End of the Trail
- His Royal Highness
- Hell's Headquarters
- Gorilla Ship
- Woman's World
- Lighthouse Love
- Hearts of Humanity
- Riders of the Desert
- Out of Singapore
- A Parisian Romance
- The Reckoning
- The Man from Hell's Edges
- Night and Day
- The Man Outside
- White Eagle
- Scandal for Sale
- The Water Gipsies
- The Cohens and Kellys in Hollywood
- Wayward
- The Black King
- Gold
- When London Sleeps
- On Our Selection
- The Strange Case of Clara Deane
- Wild Horse Mesa
- Bric à Brac et compagnie
- Waltz War
- The Penal Code
- Young Blood
- Texas Gun Fighter
- Kantor ideál
- Robbers' Roost
- Kid's Last Stand
- Bialy slad
- Trenul fantoma
- La foule hurle
- Sin's Pay Day
- Heroes of the West
- House of Death
- The Wiser Sex
- The Law of the Sea
- Business and Pleasure
- Stupéfiants
- Love on Wheels
- Mark of the Spur
- The Big Flash
- This Reckless Age
- The World and the Flesh
- Just One More Chance
- The Secrets of Wu Sin
- Carnival Capers
- The Ringer
- Human Targets
- Society Girl
- The Devil Horse
- Police Court
- The Painted Woman
- Gardez le sourire
- Law and Lawless
- Tess of the Storm Country
- Frail Women
- Piri mindent tud
- Law of the West
- On Your Guard
- Law of the North
- Hotel Splendide
- The Hollywood Handicap
- Uncle Moses
- Beauty Parlor
- The Lost Special
- Harlem Is Heaven
- Han, hun og Hamlet
- Skal vi vædde en million?
- Faithful Hearts
- The Honor of the Press
- Baroud
- Ariane, jeune fille russe
- Congorilla
- Sunset Trail
- Exposure
- The Song of Night
- The Love Race
- The Congress Dances
- Out of the Blue
- The Gala Performance
- In a Monastery Garden
- A Girl You Don't Forget
- Sehnsucht 202
- The Office Girl
- The Musical Doctor
- Wrong Number, Miss
- Trapped in Tia Juana
- The Gay Buckaroo
- The Doomed Battalion
- The Broken Wing
- Phoney Express
- For the Love of Mike
- Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
- Olenko minä tullut haaremiin!
- Triglavske strmine
- Old Spanish Customers
- Baby
- Il est charmant
- 45 Calibre Echo
- Single-Handed Sanders
- Dumb Dicks
- The Bailiffs
- Birth of Jazz
- Pojkarna på Storholmen
- Companion Wanted
- Igloo
- Sally of the Subway
- La bataille
- The Midnight Patrol
- Dance Pretty Lady
- Jag gifta mig - aldrig
- The Wyoming Whirlwind
- The Last Coupon
- Ghost City
- Sport Slants
- Doubling in the Quickies
- Sports Slants #4
- Lucky Girl
- The First Year
- Believe It or Not (Second Series) #12
- Ayodhyecha Raja
- Jonny stiehlt Europa
- Tretten Aar
- Black Diamonds
- Countess Mariza
- Hidden Gold
- Lyckans gullgossar
- Screen Souvenirs
- Beau and Arrows
- Thark
- His Wife's Mother
- Verdict of the Sea
- The Riding Tornado
- Brother Alfred
- Le rêve
- Sten Stensson Stéen från Eslöv på nya äventyr
- Hans livs match
- My Friend the King
- Fish Feathers
- Shine on Harvest Moon
- Bachelor's Folly
- Honor of the Mounted
- False Impressions
- The Bride's Bereavement; or, the Snake in the Grass
- Der Diamant des Zaren
- Pechat vremeni
- The Giddy Age
- Never the Twins Shall Meet
- Kärlek och kassabrist
- A Night Like This
- Texas Pioneers
- L'âne de Buridan
- Carmen
- Fires of Fate
- Lucky Larrigan
- The Crystal Gazebo
- A Small Town in China
- Guests Wanted
- Fliegende Händler in Frankfurt am Main
- En stulen vals
- South Sea Adventures
- The Boudoir Butler
- Svarta rosor
- Das Lied der Sonne
- Svärmor kommer
- Giggle Water
- Acid Test
- Mzago da Gela
- Die Herrgottsgrenadiere
- Muntra musikanter
- Bring 'Em Back Half Shot
- The Heath Is Green
- La petite de Montparnasse
- The Varmlanders
- The Engineer's Daughter; or, Iron Minnie's Revenge
- Colorful Jaipur
- Parlor, Bedroom and Wrath
- The Promoter
- Finland Calling
- Cadets
- Right to Happiness
- Help Yourself
- Vanishing Men
- After Office Hours
- Forbidden Company
- Her Imaginary Lover
- The Beggar Student
- Above Rubies
- East Lynne on the Western Front
- The Girl in the Night
- The Temperance Fete
- Hay que casar al príncipe
- I'm an Explosive
- Dr. Josser, K.C.
- The Voice of Ireland
- A Safe Proposition
- Devil's Playground
- Pyjamas Preferred
- Mischief
- Money for Nothing
- Tonight's the Night: Pass It On
- Splinters in the Navy
- The New Hotel
- Strictly Business
- Reunion
- A Game of Chance
- The Thoroughbred
- The Third String
- The Man Who Won
- Assisi
- The Broken Swastika
- Kuisma ja Helinä
- Modärna fruar
- Dual Control
- Jônetsu - Ra pashion
- Bon Voyage
- Don't Be a Dummy
- Bröderna Östermans huskors
- Dive In
- The Golf Chump
- The Eyes Have It
- Sea Soldier's Sweeties
- Kärleksexpressen
- Två hjärtan och en skuta
- Ett skepp kommer lastat
- The Spot on the Rug
- Kronans rallare
- Skipper of the Osprey
- Lumpenkavaliere
- Foiled Again
- The Golden Anchor
- Hasani
- The Lone Trail
- Studenter i Paris
- Ship A Hooey!
- Only Men Wanted
- Passing the Buck
- Chandal Chaukadi
- The Television Follies
- Penrod's Bull Pen
- Hey! Hey! Westerner
- Shanhai kara kita onna
- Suomi kutsuu II - Lounais-Suomi
- Wer ist die süsse Kleine?
- Song Birds
- The Naggers in Four Wheels - No Brakes
- Strange As It Seems # 17
- Peter und Billy - die Kameradschaftsehe
- The Three Stooges: Extreme Rarities
- Kharga
- Against Imperialist War - May Day 1932
- Bosko and Honey
- Shirley Temple: Early Years (Volume 1)
- Madras Mylapore - Tank and Religious Processions
The Best Movies in 1932
Grand Hotel
Directed by Edmund Goulding, "Grand Hotel" stands out as a pioneering ensemble drama. Set against the backdrop of a luxurious hotel in Berlin, it weaves together the lives of its guests, creating a narrative of human experience. The star-studded cast, including Greta Garbo, John Barrymore, Joan Crawford, and Wallace Beery, brings depth to the multi-layered narrative. "Grand Hotel" earned critical and commercial success, partly due to Garbo's memorable performance, immortalizing the line, "I want to be alone". This film not only captivated audiences of its time but also set a high standard for ensemble dramas in the years to follow.
Scarface
Howard Hawks' "Scarface" took a critical stance on the gangster lifestyle, following the rise and fall of Tony Camonte, portrayed by Paul Muni. Set in Chicago, the film explores into the ambitions and ultimate downfall of a violent gangster, offering a candid look at the consequences of lawlessness. The direction, performance, and ground-breaking portrayal of crime distinguished "Scarface" in the gangster genre. Despite initial controversy, it was lauded for laying the groundwork for future crime dramas.
Freaks
Tod Browning's "Freaks" presented an unprecedented horror story featuring actual carnival performers with real-life physical deformities. The narrative centers around a scheming trapeze artist aiming to exploit a sideshow performer for his inheritance. Initially met with controversy for its portrayal of disabled characters, "Freaks" has gained recognition over the years for its empathetic depiction of its protagonists. This film stands as a testament to Browning's innovative vision in representing marginalized individuals in cinema.
Trouble in Paradise
Ernst Lubitsch's "Trouble in Paradise" mixes comedy, crime, and romance, showcasing the entanglements of a gentleman thief, a lady pickpocket, and their wealthy target. Celebrated for its sophisticated humor, sharp dialogue, and captivating lead chemistry, this film exemplifies Lubitsch's adeptness at crafting engaging narratives. "Trouble in Paradise" remains a favorite for its witty storytelling and the comedic interplay among its characters.
Horse Feathers
Norman Z. McLeod's "Horse Feathers" features the Marx Brothers in a memorable comedy set in a college environment. Groucho Marx, as a college president, aims to boost the school's reputation by winning an important football game. Known for its slapstick humor and absurd situations, "Horse Feathers" highlights the Marx Brothers' comedic genius. Their distinctive style of humor and the film's clever script have cemented "Horse Feathers" as an iconic comedy.
Film & Industry Highlights of 1932
Notable Films and Achievements
In the year 1932, the film industry saw the release of numerous titles that have since been etched into the annals of cinematic history. "Grand Hotel," renowned for its captivating narrative and stellar cast, stood out to clinch the Academy Award for Best Picture. This victory solidified its position in film, alongside "The Champ" and "Bad Girl," both of which garnered two Oscars each. These films were instrumental in defining cinema of their time, praised not only for their storytelling but also for their production quality. "Scarface" and "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" emerged as pivotal in their contributions to the crime and drama genres. With their intense storytelling and critical acclaim, they highlighted the darker aspects of society, engaging audiences with their compelling narratives and complex characters. Additionally, "Trouble in Paradise" and "Shanghai Express" captured audiences' imaginations, showcasing the versatility of 1932 cinema through their exploration of comedy, romance, adventure, and drama. This variety underlined the era's creative variety, appealing to a wide range of audience preferences.
Industry Developments
1932 marked a important phase in the film industry's evolution, primarily characterized by the transition to sound films. This era saw Hollywood studios at the forefront of technological advancements and artistic innovation. According to The Film Daily, this period was brimming with activity as the industry adapted to new sound technologies, a change that would redefine cinematic storytelling and viewer engagement. The global scope of the film industry was also a topic of discussion, notably at the Ottawa Conference, where British films and their international market presence were examined. This dialogue underscored the film industry's expansive nature, highlighting its influence beyond national borders and underscoring the shared cultural and artistic contributions at an international level.
Awards and Recognition
The 5th Academy Awards ceremony, held on November 18, 1932, played a pivotal role in acknowledging the exceptional talents and films of the previous year. It's worth noting that during this period, the Oscars were not aligned with the calendar year, which sometimes led to confusion about the award years. Despite this, the ceremony recognized outstanding achievements in filmmaking. Norman Taurog's "Skippy" received the Best Directing accolade, a testament to his directorial prowess and the film's innovative storytelling. Marie Dressler and Lionel Barrymore were honored with Best Actress and Best Actor awards, respectively, for their compelling performances in "Min and Bill" and "A Free Soul." Their achievements spotlighted the depth of talent within the industry, celebrating the artistry and emotional impact of their performances.