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Golden Boy

"A Famous Play.....Now A Great Picture!"

September 5, 1939 1h 39m 6.4/10 (33 votes)

Originally released in 1939. Golden Boy is a drama/romance film. directed by Rouben Mamoulian.

Starring Barbara Stanwyck, Adolphe Menjou, and William Holden

Synopsis

Despite his talent as a musician, a city boy decides to become a boxer. He's successful as a fighter — much to the dismay of his parents. When gangsters try to buy a piece of him, he begins to have second thoughts.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 5, 1939 86 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (33 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Columbia Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Golden Boy about?

Despite his talent as a musician, a city boy decides to become a boxer. He's successful as a fighter — much to the dismay of his parents. When gangsters try to buy a piece of him, he begins to ha...

Who directed Golden Boy?

Golden Boy was directed by Rouben Mamoulian.

How long is Golden Boy?

Golden Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was Golden Boy released?

Golden Boy was released on September 5, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Golden Boy?

The main cast of Golden Boy includes Barbara Stanwyck, Adolphe Menjou, William Holden, Lee J. Cobb, Joseph Calleia.