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Chance at Heaven

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1933 | 72 min | Drama, Romance

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With soft box office and little lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
If you count yourself among people who like their stories with a little heart-flutter and anyone who loves a strong drama, this one's for you. One to watch when you can give it your full attention.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Character-first and patient, at 1 hr 12 min. Done before bedtime.
What might put you off
  • Made in 1933: an older pace and style.
  • Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.

A young woman's ambitious boyfriend falls for a ditzy socialite.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 4K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing

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Cast & crew

Directed by William A. Seiter

  • Ginger RogersMarge Harris
  • Joel McCreaBlacky Gorman
  • Marian NixonGlory Franklyn
  • Andy DevineAl
  • Lucien LittlefieldFred Harris
  • Virginia HammondMrs. Franklyn
  • George MeekerSid Larrick
  • Ann ShoemakerMrs. Harris
  • Herman BingFranklyn's Chauffeur (uncredited)
  • Harry BowenReporter #1 (uncredited)