Upperworld (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1934, Upperworld is a drama and crime film directed by Roy Del Ruth, running about 73 minutes. “When a wife falls down on the job can you blame a man if he takes Blonde Poison?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A railroad tycoon, disillusioned with his marriage, starts seeing a showgirl. Things go agreeably until the woman's manager decides to blackmail the millionaire.
Who’s in it. Upperworld stars Warren William as Alexander Stream, Mary Astor as Hettie Stream, Ginger Rogers as Lilly Linda and Andy Devine as Oscar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Upperworld 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 Upperworld page.
If you liked it. Fans of Upperworld tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Upperworld (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Upperworld change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Upperworld worth watching?
- Upperworld holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Upperworld?
- Upperworld stars Warren William, Mary Astor, Ginger Rogers, Andy Devine and J. Carrol Naish.
- When was Upperworld released?
- Upperworld was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.