Movie

The Man Who Played God

“'A Modern Drama From Real Life'”

★ 7.2(10)19321h 20m

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Good to know

Director: John G. Adolfi
Release date: 1932-02-09
Runtime: 1h 20m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

About The Man Who Played God

The Man Who Played God is a 1932 movie in the Romance and Drama genres, directed by John G. Adolfi, starring George Arliss, Violet Heming and Bette Davis. It has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Man Who Played God in Argentina — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

While giving a private performance for a visiting monarch, concert pianist Montgomery Royle is deafened when a bomb is detonated in an attempt to assassinate the foreign ruler. With his career over as a result of his injury, Royle returns to New York City with his sister Florence, close friend Mildred Miller, and considerably younger fiancée Grace Blair. After abandoning thoughts of suicide, Montgomery discovers he can lip read, and he spends his days observing people in Central Park from his apartment window. As he learns of people's problems, he tries to help them anonymously and becomes absorbed in his game of "playing God".

Cast

George Arliss

Montgomery Royle

Violet Heming

Mildred Miller

Bette Davis

Grace Blair

André Luguet

The King

Louise Closser Hale

Florence Royle

Donald Cook

Harold Van Adam

Ivan F. Simpson

Battle

Oscar Apfel

Appleby - the Lip Reader

Charles E. Evans

The Doctor

Hedda Hopper

Mrs. Alice Chittendon

Ray Milland

Eddie (uncredited)

Dorothy Libaire

Jenny (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

new york cityolder man younger woman relationshippre-codegood deedconcert pianistassassination attemptvowlip readingcommand performancehelping peopledeaf pianistsudden deafnesscentral park

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Man Who Played God in Argentina?+

The Man Who Played God is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Argentina. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Man Who Played God on Netflix?+

The Man Who Played God is not on Netflix in Argentina right now.

How long is The Man Who Played God?+

The Man Who Played God has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

Who stars in The Man Who Played God?+

The Man Who Played God stars George Arliss, Violet Heming, Bette Davis, André Luguet and Louise Closser Hale.

When did The Man Who Played God come out?+

The Man Who Played God is a 1932 movie directed by John G. Adolfi.

What genre is The Man Who Played God?+

The Man Who Played God is Romance and Drama film.

Who directed The Man Who Played God?+

The Man Who Played God was directed by John G. Adolfi.