Romeo and Juliet (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1936, Romeo and Juliet is a drama and romance film directed by George Cukor, running about 125 minutes. “The classic love story by William Shakespeare.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young love is poisoned by a generations long feud between two noble families.
Who’s in it. Romeo and Juliet stars Norma Shearer as Juliet, Leslie Howard as Romeo, John Barrymore as Mercutio and Edna May Oliver as Juliet's Nurse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Romeo and Juliet 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 Romeo and Juliet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Romeo and Juliet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Romeo and Juliet (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Romeo and Juliet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Romeo and Juliet worth watching?
- Romeo and Juliet holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Romeo and Juliet?
- Romeo and Juliet stars Norma Shearer, Leslie Howard, John Barrymore, Edna May Oliver and Basil Rathbone.
- When was Romeo and Juliet released?
- Romeo and Juliet was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.