The Patsy (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1928, The Patsy is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by King Vidor, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Jealous that her older sister Grace has landed handsome and successful Tony Anderson, Patricia Harrington launches an elaborate charm offensive to win his heart. Patricia shrugs off her diffidence and, in the hope that Tony will be drawn to her new persona, tries to carry herself with the self-confidence of the era's silent film stars. When this doesn't have the desired effect, Patricia takes things a step further.
Who’s in it. The Patsy stars Marion Davies as Patricia Harrington, Orville Caldwell as Tony Anderson, Marie Dressler as Ma Harrington and Lawrence Gray as Billy Caldwell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Patsy has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Patsy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Patsy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Patsy (1928)?
- In US, The Patsy is available to stream on fuboTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Patsy worth watching?
- The Patsy holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Patsy?
- The Patsy stars Marion Davies, Orville Caldwell, Marie Dressler, Lawrence Gray and Dell Henderson.
- When was The Patsy released?
- The Patsy was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.