Private Worlds (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1935, Private Worlds is a drama film directed by Gregory La Cava, running about 84 minutes. “The supreme dramatic story of a woman courageous enough to bare her secret heart...to let man explore her private world to reveal the truth about men and love that lies smothered in every wom” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. At the Brentwood Asylum for the mentally ill, psychiatrist partners Jane Everest and Alex MacGregor are broken up by the new superintendent, Dr. Charles Monet, who has a low regard for women physicians. Jane and Charles clash on patient treatment, and Jane learns that Charles has a sister, Claire, with a mysterious past.
Who’s in it. Private Worlds stars Claudette Colbert as Dr. Jane Everest, Charles Boyer as Dr. Charles Monet, Joan Bennett as Sally MacGregor and Helen Vinson as Claire Monet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Private Worlds has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Private Worlds page.
If you liked it. Fans of Private Worlds tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Private Worlds (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Private Worlds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Private Worlds worth watching?
- Private Worlds holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Private Worlds?
- Private Worlds stars Claudette Colbert, Charles Boyer, Joan Bennett, Helen Vinson and Joel McCrea.
- When was Private Worlds released?
- Private Worlds was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.