Limelight (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1937, Limelight is a drama and music film directed by Herbert Wilcox, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. A chorus girl (Anna Neagle) discovers a singer (Arthur Tracy) in the streets and asks her producer to give him a shot at stardom.
Who’s in it. Limelight stars Anna Neagle as Marjorie Kay, Arthur Tracy as Bob Grant, Tilly Losch as Dancer and Jane Winton as Ray Madison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Limelight sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Limelight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Limelight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Limelight (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Limelight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Limelight worth watching?
- Limelight holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Limelight?
- Limelight stars Anna Neagle, Arthur Tracy, Tilly Losch, Jane Winton and Ellis Jeffreys.
- When was Limelight released?
- Limelight was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.