The Brat (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1931, The Brat is a comedy film directed by John Ford, running about 60 minutes. “No Roaring Guns...All Roaring Laffs! She's a Scamp in Scanty Skirts!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A society novelist brings a brash young chorus girl home in order to study her for inspiration for his new novel. His family is distraught, but soon her behavior has forever altered their snobbish ways.
Who’s in it. The Brat stars Sally O'Neil as The Brat, Alan Dinehart as MacMillan Forester, Frank Albertson as Stephen Forester and William Collier Sr. as Judge O'Flaherty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Brat 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 The Brat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Brat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Brat (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Brat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Brat worth watching?
- The Brat holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Brat?
- The Brat stars Sally O'Neil, Alan Dinehart, Frank Albertson, William Collier Sr. and Virginia Cherrill.
- When was The Brat released?
- The Brat was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.