Chatterbox (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1936, Chatterbox is a comedy and drama film directed by George Nichols Jr., running about 68 minutes. “ANN SHIRLEY IN A HEART STORMING STORY OF A STAGE STRUCK RED HEAD” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Teenage orphan Jenny Yates becomes starstruck when a revival of an old Victorian melodrama passes through her small New England town, to the disapproval of her stern grandfather, Uriah. Stowing away in the car of Philip Greene, a wealthy young man working with the theater troupe, Jenny talks her way into the play's lead role. But director Archie Fisher doesn't tell her that the new version of the play is meant as a spoof.
Who’s in it. Chatterbox stars Anne Shirley as Jenny Yates, Phillips Holmes as Philip 'Phil' Greene Jr., Edward Ellis as Uriah Lowell and Erik Rhodes as Archie Fisher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Chatterbox 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 Chatterbox page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chatterbox tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chatterbox (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chatterbox change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chatterbox worth watching?
- Chatterbox holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chatterbox?
- Chatterbox stars Anne Shirley, Phillips Holmes, Edward Ellis, Erik Rhodes and Margaret Hamilton.
- When was Chatterbox released?
- Chatterbox was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.