Splendor (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1935, Splendor is a comedy and romance film directed by Elliott Nugent, running about 75 minutes. “"My husband's own family tossed my heart to the highest bidder!"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Brighton Lorrimore returns home with his new bride, Phyllis, his family makes their disappointment in his choice obvious. Facing bankruptcy and the loss of their mansion and social position, they had hoped that Brighton would marry wealthy heiress and family friend, Edith Gilbert.
Who’s in it. Splendor stars Joel McCrea as Brighton Lorrimore, Miriam Hopkins as Phyllis Manning Lorrimore, Paul Cavanagh as Martin Deering and Billie Burke as Clarissa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Splendor has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Splendor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Splendor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Splendor (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Splendor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Splendor worth watching?
- Splendor holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Splendor?
- Splendor stars Joel McCrea, Miriam Hopkins, Paul Cavanagh, Billie Burke and David Niven.
- When was Splendor released?
- Splendor was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.