Brief Moment (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1933, Brief Moment is a drama film directed by David Burton, running about 71 minutes. “Theirs was a moment out of the world of ticking clocks!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A high living society playboy marries a nightclub singer, and she soon realizes that, though they're genuinely in love, the husband's endless partying completely dominates and is destroying their marriage.
Who’s in it. Brief Moment stars Carole Lombard as Abby Fane Deane, Gene Raymond as Rodney Deane, Donald Cook as Franklin Deane and Monroe Owsley as Harold 'Sig' Sigrift, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Brief Moment has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brief Moment page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brief Moment tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brief Moment (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brief Moment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brief Moment worth watching?
- Brief Moment holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brief Moment?
- Brief Moment stars Carole Lombard, Gene Raymond, Donald Cook, Monroe Owsley and Arthur Hohl.
- When was Brief Moment released?
- Brief Moment was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.