Florida Special (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1936, Florida Special is a comedy film directed by Ralph Murphy, running about 70 minutes. “Stop! Look! Listen! danger, thrills, laughs, ahead!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Florida-bound train is filled with romance and intrigue in this comedy. Among the passengers is a millionaire bon vivant carrying $1 million in diamonds.
Who’s in it. Florida Special stars Jack Oakie as Bangs Carter, Sally Eilers as Jerry Quinn, Kent Taylor as Wally Tucker and Frances Drake as Marina Landon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Florida Special 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 Florida Special page.
If you liked it. Fans of Florida Special tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Florida Special (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Florida Special change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Florida Special worth watching?
- Florida Special holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Florida Special?
- Florida Special stars Jack Oakie, Sally Eilers, Kent Taylor, Frances Drake and Claude Gillingwater.
- When was Florida Special released?
- Florida Special was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.