A Modern Cinderella (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1932, A Modern Cinderella is a comedy and music film directed by Roy Mack, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. Anita Ragusa, the daughter of a costume company owner, delivers a dress for a costume ball at the last minute. The snobbish customer doesn't like the design at first, but agrees to let Anita model it for her to decide whether to keep it. Charlie, a drunk partygoer, sees Anita in the dress and invites her to attend the festivities. She reluctantly agrees and sings for the other guests.
Who’s in it. A Modern Cinderella stars Ruth Etting as Anita Ragusa, Adrian Rosley as Mr. Ragusa, Barbara Child as Carolyn Belmont and Brian Donlevy as Charlie the Chauffeur.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, A Modern Cinderella has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Modern Cinderella page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Modern Cinderella tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Modern Cinderella (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Modern Cinderella change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Modern Cinderella worth watching?
- A Modern Cinderella holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Modern Cinderella?
- A Modern Cinderella stars Ruth Etting, Adrian Rosley, Barbara Child and Brian Donlevy.