On the Move (1935): cast, story & where to watch

1935 · Film · ★ 7.2

On the Move poster

Released in 1935, On the Move is a romance and music film directed by Ernst Winar, running about 78 minutes. “The first Dutch society-film” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Janus Fortuin is a goodhearted piano tuner married to a greedy landlady. Their daughter Polly is engaged to young songwriter George van Reen. When rich uncle Barend from Batavia makes a surprise visit — pretending to be a lodger called 'Van Santen' — the Fortuin family finds their lives turned upside down.

Who’s in it. On the Move stars Louis Davids as Janus Fortuin, Fien de la Mar as Bella Ramona, Henriëtte Davids as Moeder Fortuin and Adolphe Engers as Barend Fortuin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, On the Move has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch On the Move page.

If you liked it. Fans of On the Move tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch On the Move (1935)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the Move change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is On the Move worth watching?
On the Move holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in On the Move?
On the Move stars Louis Davids, Fien de la Mar, Henriëtte Davids, Adolphe Engers and Jopie Koopman.
When was On the Move released?
On the Move was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.