Movie

Lightnin'

“Love and Laughter in the land of quick divorce”

★ 5.3(4)19301h 36m

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Good to know

Director: Henry King
Release date: 1930-11-28
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Fox Film Corporation

About Lightnin'

Lightnin' is a 1930 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Henry King, starring Will Rogers, Louise Dresser and Joel McCrea. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.3/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Lightnin' in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Lightnin' and Mary Jones are co-owners of a hotel built right on a state border, used by divorcing wives so they can pretend to be in California while establishing residency in Nevada. When Lightnin' refuses to sell his share of the hotel to a gang of crooks, Mary is coerced into divorcing her husband so that she can sign over the deed herself.

Cast

Will Rogers

Lightnin' Bill Jones

Louise Dresser

Mrs. Mary Jones

Joel McCrea

John Marvin

Helen Cohan

Milly Jones

Jason Robards Sr.

Raymond Thomas

Sharon Lynn

Mrs. Lower - the Chiseler

Joyce Compton

Betty - Larry's Wife

Rex Bell

Larry - Betty's Husband

Charlotte Walker

Mrs. Thatcher

Luke Cosgrave

Zeb

J.M. Kerrigan

Judge Lemuel Townsend

Ruth Warren

Mrs. Margaret Davis

Themes & keywords

divorceamericana

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Lightnin' in Germany?+

Lightnin' is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Lightnin' on Netflix?+

Lightnin' is not on Netflix in Germany right now.

How long is Lightnin'?+

Lightnin' has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in Lightnin'?+

Lightnin' stars Will Rogers, Louise Dresser, Joel McCrea, Helen Cohan and Jason Robards Sr..

When did Lightnin' come out?+

Lightnin' is a 1930 movie directed by Henry King.

What genre is Lightnin'?+

Lightnin' is Comedy film.

Who directed Lightnin'?+

Lightnin' was directed by Henry King.