Applause (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1929, Applause is a drama, romance and music film directed by Rouben Mamoulian, running about 80 minutes. “She gave youth and beaty for Applause” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This early example of the "backstage" musical genre tells the story of Kitty Darling, a fading burlesque star who tries to save her convent-educated daughter April from following in Mom's footsteps.
Who’s in it. Applause stars Helen Morgan as Kitty Darling, Joan Peers as April Darling, Fuller Mellish Jr. as Hitch Nelson and Jack Cameron as Joe King, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Applause has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Applause page.
If you liked it. Fans of Applause tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Applause (1929)?
- In US, Applause is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Applause worth watching?
- Applause holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Applause?
- Applause stars Helen Morgan, Joan Peers, Fuller Mellish Jr., Jack Cameron and Henry Wadsworth.
- When was Applause released?
- Applause was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.