Cast: Roland Young

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Roland Young. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


The Philadelphia Story

1940 · Movie · 112 min. · United States

Direction George Cukor

Cast Cary Grant · Katharine Hepburn · James Stewart · Ruth Hussey

Synopsis The Philadelphia Story (1940) follows the life of Tracy Lord, a privileged socialite from Philadelphia's elite Main Line. After her divorce from C.K. Dexter Haven, Tracy is set to marry George Kittredge, a wealthy businessman. However, her wedding plans are...

8.0

26K votes

8.0

26K votes

Tales of Manhattan

1942 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Julien Duvivier

Cast Charles Boyer · Rita Hayworth · Thomas Mitchell · Ginger Rogers

Synopsis Tales of Manhattan (1942) follows the journey of a distinctive tailcoat as it changes hands among various individuals, each experiencing a transformative impact on their lives. The narrative unfolds through a series of interconnected stories, showcasing how a single garment...

7.0

536 votes

7.0

536 votes

David Copperfield

1935 · Movie · 132 min. · United States

Direction George Cukor

Cast Freddie Bartholomew · Frank Lawton · W.C. Fields · Roland Young

Synopsis David Copperfield (1935) is set in 19th-century England and follows the life of young David after his father's untimely demise. His mother, seeking solace, enters into a new marriage with the harsh and unforgiving Murdstone. Under Murdstone's tyrannical rule, David's...

7.0

958 votes

7.0

958 votes

Ruggles of Red Gap

1935 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Leo McCarey

Cast Charles Laughton · Mary Boland · Charles Ruggles · ZaSu Pitts

Synopsis Ruggles of Red Gap (1935) follows the story of a high-stakes poker game in Paris, 1908, where Lord Burnstead wagers and loses his butler, Ruggles. The butler is then taken to Red Gap, Washington, by Egbert and Effie Floud. Effie...

6.9

294 votes

6.9

294 votes

One Hour with You

1932 · Movie · 80 min. · United States

Direction Ernst Lubitsch · George Cukor

Cast Maurice Chevalier · Jeanette MacDonald · Genevieve Tobin · Roland Young

Synopsis One Hour with You (1932) follows the story of Dr. André Bertier and his wife Colette, who are enjoying a blissful marriage until Colette's old friend, Mitzi Olivier, arrives for a visit. Mitzi, known for her flirtatious nature, attempts to...

6.8

792 votes

6.8

792 votes

Direction René Clair

Cast Walter Huston · Roland Young · Louis Hayward · June Duprez

Synopsis And Then There Were None (1945) follows a group of ten individuals who receive invitations to spend a weekend on a secluded island, courtesy of an enigmatic host named Mr. U. N. Own, who notably does not make an appearance....

6.7

3K votes

6.7

3K votes

Direction Lothar Mendes

Cast Roland Young · Ralph Richardson · Edward Chapman · Ernest Thesiger

Synopsis The Man Who Could Work Miracles (1936) follows the journey of a humble British shop assistant who, after a divine debate among three gods about humanity's worth, is bestowed with extraordinary abilities. With virtually boundless powers at his disposal, he...

6.4

242 votes

6.4

242 votes

The Young in Heart

1938 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Richard Wallace

Cast Janet Gaynor · Douglas Fairbanks Jr. · Paulette Goddard · Roland Young

Synopsis The Young in Heart (1938) follows the Carleton family, a group of clever con artists who earn their keep through card games and exploiting unsuspecting victims. Their latest scheme goes awry, forcing them to depart from Monte Carlo. At the...

6.3

93 votes

6.3

93 votes

King Solomon's Mines

1937 · Movie · 80 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Robert Stevenson

Cast Paul Robeson · Cedric Hardwicke · John Loder · Roland Young

Synopsis King Solomon's Mines (1937) is an exhilarating African adventure that follows a group of intrepid explorers as they venture deep into the jungle in search of the legendary and immensely valuable diamond mine known as King Solomon's Mines. The expedition...

6.2

798 votes

6.2

798 votes

Sherlock Holmes

1922 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

Direction Albert Parker

Cast John Barrymore · Roland Young · Carol Dempster · Gustav von Seyffertitz

Synopsis Sherlock Holmes (1922) is an American silent film from 1922, featuring John Barrymore in the iconic role of Holmes and Roland Young as Watson. After being presumed lost for many years, a significant portion of the film was rediscovered in...

6.2

52 votes

6.2

52 votes

Direction René Clair

Cast Marlene Dietrich · Bruce Cabot · Roland Young · Mischa Auer

Synopsis The Flame of New Orleans (1941) is set in the vibrant city of New Orleans in 1841, where the captivating adventuress Claire Ledoux sets her sights on marrying the affluent banker Giraud. However, her plans are complicated by her flirtatious...

6.1

92 votes

6.1

92 votes

This Is the Night

1932 · Movie · 80 min. · United States

Direction Frank Tuttle

Cast Lili Damita · Charles Ruggles · Roland Young · Cary Grant

Synopsis This Is the Night (1932) follows the story of Stephen, portrayed by Cary Grant, an Olympic athlete married to Claire, played by Thelma Todd. Claire becomes the target of affection for Parisian millionaire Gerald Grey, played by Roland Young. To...

6.1

36 votes

6.1

36 votes

Madam Satan

1930 · Movie · 116 min. · United States

Direction Cecil B. DeMille

Cast Kay Johnson · Reginald Denny · Lillian Roth · Roland Young

Synopsis Madam Satan (1930) follows the story of Angela and Bob Brooks, a high-society couple facing marital strife due to Bob's infidelity. Determined to reclaim her husband's devotion, Angela devises a cunning scheme. She plans to infiltrate an opulent masquerade ball...

6.0

68 votes

6.0

68 votes

St. Benny the Dip

1951 · Movie · 80 min. · United States

Direction Edgar G. Ulmer

Cast Dick Haymes · Nina Foch · Roland Young · Lionel Stander

Synopsis St. Benny the Dip (1951) follows a group of seasoned tricksters who adopt the guise of clergy members to execute a clever scheme. However, as they immerse themselves in their roles, they begin to experience unexpected transformations, finding that their...

6.0

34 votes

6.0

34 votes

You Gotta Stay Happy

1948 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction H.C. Potter

Cast Joan Fontaine · James Stewart · Eddie Albert · Roland Young

Synopsis You Gotta Stay Happy (1948) follows the story of an uncertain heiress, Dee Dee Dillwood, who is pressured into marrying her sixth fiancé. However, she finds herself unable to confront the wedding night and escapes into the neighboring hotel room...

6.0

91 votes

6.0

91 votes

Topper Returns

1941 · Movie · 88 min. · United States

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast Joan Blondell · Roland Young · Carole Landis · Billie Burke

Synopsis Topper Returns (1941) follows the comedic misadventures of George Kerby, affectionately known as Topper, as he is once more haunted by a lively ghost. This time, the spirit is Joan Blondell, who was unintentionally killed during a vacation at the...

6.0

236 votes

6.0

236 votes

Two-Faced Woman

1941 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction George Cukor

Cast Greta Garbo · Melvyn Douglas · Constance Bennett · Roland Young

Synopsis Two-Faced Woman (1941) follows the story of Larry Blake, who meets ski instructor Karin Borg during a vacation and quickly marries her. When Larry returns to his magazine job in New York, Karin chooses to stay behind. However, she soon...

6.0

341 votes

6.0

341 votes

Topper

1937 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Norman Z. McLeod

Cast Constance Bennett · Cary Grant · Roland Young · Billie Burke

Synopsis Topper (1937) follows the whimsical tale of George and Marion Kerby, a lively duo who meet an untimely end in a car crash. Returning as spirited ghosts, they set their sights on infusing excitement into the monotonous life of their...

5.8

235 votes

5.8

235 votes

Topper Takes a Trip

1938 · Movie · 80 min. · United States

Direction Norman Z. McLeod

Cast Constance Bennett · Roland Young · Billie Burke · Alan Mowbray

Synopsis Topper Takes a Trip (1938) follows the comedic misadventures of Cosmo Topper and his spectral companion, Marion Kirby. After Mrs. Topper's friend, Mrs. Parkhurst, persuades her to seek a divorce from Cosmo due to his peculiar journey with the ghost...

5.7

23 votes

5.7

23 votes

Irene

1940 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Herbert Wilcox

Cast Anna Neagle · Ray Milland · Roland Young · Alan Marshal

Synopsis Irene (1940) follows the journey of Irene O'Dare, who is dispatched by her employers to the residence of the affluent Mrs. Vincent. There, she crosses paths with Don, a friend of Mrs. Vincent's son, Bob. Intrigued by Irene, Don chooses...

5.6

30 votes

5.6

30 votes