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Hold Your Man

1933·Movie
1h 27min
IMDb6.9Rotten Tomatoes–76%

Where to watch

TCM

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Romantic and nostalgic

  • Romance8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, everyday modern life, and crime

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure Escapism

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Crew

Directed by:
Sam Wood
Written by:
Frances Marion, Anita Loos, Anita Loos
Produced by:
Sam Wood, Bernard H. Hyman
Composed by:
Douglas Shearer

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Hold Your Man legally?

TCM

Hold Your Man is included with a subscription to TCM in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Hold Your Man worth watching?

69
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hold Your Man rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Hold Your Man?

1 h 27 min

Hold Your Man runs 1 h 27 min.

What language is Hold Your Man in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Hold Your Man?

4AUCAROUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hold Your Man in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Hold Your Man use?

Violin ScamTitle Theme TuneRomantic False LeadHeadbutt of LoveBathtub SceneCon ManDies Wide OpenOrgan GrinderVictoria's Secret CompartmentCigarette of AnxietyGreen-Eyed MonsterReally Gets Aroundand 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Hold Your Man, including Violin Scam, Title Theme Tune, Romantic False Lead.