Show Boat (1936): movie guide

What is Show Boat about?

Sheltered beauty Magnolia Hawkes takes over as the leading lady on a Mississippi riverboat show when mixed-race Julie and her white husband are forced out of town by a prejudiced sheriff. Charismatic opportunist Gaylord Ravenal wins Magnolia's heart, but his gambling losses threaten to ruin their chances for a happy marriage.

Cast highlights

Show Boat features Irene Dunne, Allan Jones, Charles Winninger, Paul Robeson, Helen Morgan, Helen Westley. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 1936-05-17. Runtime: 113 minutes. TMDB score: 6.7/10 (51 votes). Genres: Music, Romance, Drama. Original language: en. Status: Released.

Discover Show Boat on Cinema Box

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is Show Boat?

Show Boat is listed as Music, Romance, Drama on TMDB.

How long is Show Boat?

Show Boat runs about 113 minutes.

Who stars in Show Boat?

Cast highlights include Irene Dunne, Allan Jones, Charles Winninger, Paul Robeson, Helen Morgan, Helen Westley.

Does Cinema Box stream Show Boat?

No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.

Where can I track Show Boat?

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