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Broadway director Julian Marsh needs just one more hit show so he can retire and recover his health. It looks like he just may pull it off until temperamental star Dorthy Brock breaks her ankle on the eve of the show's premiere and has to be replaced by her understudy Peggy.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch 42nd Street online?
- You can stream 42nd Street on NettMovies. Open the title page and press Watch to start playback.
- When did 42nd Street come out?
- 42nd Street was released in 1933.
- What genre is 42nd Street?
- 42nd Street is a comedy, drama, and romance film.
- How long is 42nd Street?
- 42nd Street runs about 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- Who stars in 42nd Street?
- 42nd Street stars Warner Baxter, Bebe Daniels, George Brent, and Ruby Keeler.
- How is 42nd Street rated?
- 42nd Street currently scores 6.9 out of 10 based on aggregated viewer ratings.
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