Broadminded
"When he opens his eyes he looks for girls! When he opens his mouth...you'll look for laughs...and get plenty!"
Originally released in 1931. Broadminded is a comedy film. directed by Mervyn LeRoy. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joe E. Brown, Ona Munson, and Bela Lugosi
Synopsis
Jack's father lowers the boom when his irresponsible rich-kid ends up in jail after a night of debauchery. The father appoints Ossie, Jack's cousin, as guardian, not realizing that Ossie is just as bad. They set off on a transcontinental trip with mischief on their minds.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
3.7/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Joe E. Brown
as Ossie Simpson
Ona Munson
as Constance Palmer
Bela Lugosi
as Pancho Arango
Thelma Todd
as Gertie Gardner
William Collier Jr.
as Jack Hackett
Marjorie White
as Penny Packer
Holmes Herbert
as John J. Hackett Sr.
Margaret Livingston
as Mabel Robinson
Grayce Hampton
as Aunt Polly
Bill Elliott
as Hotel Guest on Veranda
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadminded about?
Jack's father lowers the boom when his irresponsible rich-kid ends up in jail after a night of debauchery. The father appoints Ossie, Jack's cousin, as guardian, not realizing that Ossie is just as...
Who directed Broadminded?
Broadminded was directed by Mervyn LeRoy.
How long is Broadminded?
Broadminded has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Broadminded released?
Broadminded was released on August 1, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Broadminded?
The main cast of Broadminded includes Joe E. Brown, Ona Munson, Bela Lugosi, Thelma Todd, William Collier Jr..