The Kibitzer (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1930, The Kibitzer is a comedy film directed by Edward Sloman, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. In this comedy, a Yiddish fellow cannot keep from kibitzing into other people's lives. Trouble ensues when he is mistakenly given a huge fortune in stocks that he can spend any way he pleases. At the same time, his daughter has fallen in love with an impoverished, but good hearted boy. When the kibitzer suggests he bet all his money on a dog of a racehorse, the lad does it. Against all odds, the horse wins, and suddenly the young man is quite wealthy.
Who’s in it. The Kibitzer stars Harry Green as Ike Lazarus, Mary Brian as Josie Lazarus, Neil Hamilton as Eddie Brown and Albert Gran as James Livingston, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Kibitzer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Kibitzer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kibitzer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kibitzer (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kibitzer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Kibitzer worth watching?
- The Kibitzer holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Kibitzer?
- The Kibitzer stars Harry Green, Mary Brian, Neil Hamilton, Albert Gran and David Newell.
- When was The Kibitzer released?
- The Kibitzer was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.