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The Greeks Had a Word for Them

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1932 | 79 min | Comedy

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no 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 fans of a well-timed joke, this one's for you. Good for nights when you want to switch off and laugh.
The mood
Light and funny.
The pace
Quick and easy-going, at 1 hr 19 min. An easy one to fit in on a school night.
What might put you off
  • Made in 1932: an older pace and style.
  • Not the pick if you want something heavy or meaningful.

A trio of money-hungry women rent a luxurious penthouse, spending their dough on drink and debonair clothing, backbiting and catfighting as they steal each other's boyfriends.

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 powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 8K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Lowell Sherman

  • Joan BlondellSchatzi Sutro
  • Madge EvansPolaire
  • Ina ClaireJean Lawrence
  • David MannersDey Emery
  • Lowell ShermanBoris Feldman
  • Phillips SmalleyJustin Emery
  • Sidney BraceyThe Waiter
  • Betty GrableHat Check Girl (uncredited)
  • Louise BeaversBeautician (uncredited)
  • Ward BondTaxi Driver (uncredited)