Anthony Adverse (1936)

Based on the novel by Hervey Allen, this expansive drama follows the many adventures of the eponymous hero, Anthony Adverse. Abandoned at a convent by his heartless nobleman father, Don Luis, Anthony is later mentored by his kind grandfather, John Bonnyfeather, and falls for the beautiful Angela Giuseppe. When circumstances separate Anthony and Angela and he embarks on a long journey, he must find his way back to her, no matter what the cost.

Released

1936-08-26

Genres

Drama, History

Runtime

141 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Mervyn LeRoy, Sheridan Gibney

TMDB rating

5.7/10 from 37 votes