The Expert (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1932, The Expert is a comedy and drama film directed by Archie Mayo, running about 68 minutes. “LOOK OUT FOR YOUR PLUMBING! The Specialist Has Turned Expert!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An elderly gentleman arrives for an extended stay with his grown son in Chicago.
Who’s in it. The Expert stars Charles 'Chic' Sale as John T. Minick, Dickie Moore as Dickie Foster, Lois Wilson as Nettie Minick and Elizabeth Patterson as Miss Crackenwald, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Expert 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 The Expert page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Expert tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Expert (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Expert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Expert worth watching?
- The Expert holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Expert?
- The Expert stars Charles 'Chic' Sale, Dickie Moore, Lois Wilson, Elizabeth Patterson and Ralf Harolde.
- When was The Expert released?
- The Expert was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.