22 Films from the 1932 Academy Awards

In the Old West, Sheriff Bob Wells is about to marry Sally Morgan, but her relationship with part-Indian Wanenis creates trouble. Sally runs off with the fussy Henry Williams, who believes he's just offering her a ride. However, she left…

Min runs a hotel by the docks and faces tough choices regarding Nancy, the young woman she raised since she was a baby.

Skippy, the privileged son of a doctor, encounters Sooky in the impoverished Shantytown. They team up to rescue Sooky's pet from a harsh dogcatcher.

During a safari in a remote part of Africa, Trader Horn and Peru discover missionary Edith Trent has been murdered by local people. They resolve to continue her search for her missing daughter, Nina. They locate Nina living as the…

A ruthless crime boss, weary of his life, unexpectedly hands over his empire to his trusted second-in-command. He plans a peaceful retirement in Florida with his girlfriend, but is unaware that she and his protégé are having an affair.

Julie Cavendish comes from a family with a strong Broadway legacy. Her mother, Fanny, remains dedicated to acting. Her brother, Tony, is avoiding a legal issue in Hollywood. Julie's daughter, Gwen, is at a crossroads: pursue a career on stage…

In the North African city of Mogador, a group of Foreign Legion soldiers arrive seeking escape. Among them is Amy Jolly, a singer building a reputation at Lo Tinto's cabaret after leaving Paris. Tom Brown, a legionnaire known for his…

In Bora Bora, a young woman falls in love with a newcomer to the island. Their romance is complicated when the island's chief declares her a sacred virgin, destined only for their god. The couple struggles to reconcile their love…

Set in 1920s Chicago, this crime drama follows Tom Powers and Matt Doyle as they rise through the city's criminal ranks, starting with petty theft and bootlegging. Their growing wealth and reputation draw the attention of both rival gangs and…

In 1980 New York, life is drastically different: air travel is the norm, people are identified by numbers, pills are the primary food source, and arranged marriages are standard. Scientists revive a man from 1930 and call him "Single O."…

A young man struggles to reconcile his independent way of life with the expectations of his fiancée's privileged family, deeply rooted in tradition.

During World War I in 1915 France, this drama follows Major Brand and his 39th Squadron of the Royal Flying Corps as they navigate dangerous skies. Their damaged planes and high casualty rate present constant challenges, but Major Brand's requests…

This drama follows a successful lawyer battling personal struggles as he defends a well-known gambler accused of murder. His life becomes more complicated when his daughter begins a relationship with the defendant. The film explores themes of responsibility, love, and…

A composer in Paris finds inspiration in a beautiful aspiring model, becoming increasingly obsessed with her. He uses hypnotism to transform her into his muse and then his wife. The film explores the blurred lines between art and manipulation, examining…

When Oklahoma opens for settlement, Yancey Cravat takes the chance to build a new life for his family in Wichita. He quickly becomes a prominent figure in the booming town of Osage, leveraging his experience in journalism and law. But…

Two brothers travel to the city for some gambling, but their trip takes an unexpected and significant turn.

A mother and daughter's relationship fractures when the daughter discovers her mother had a relationship outside of marriage. This revelation leads to a painful estrangement between them.

Lady Isabel Carlisle, having left her family and faced years of difficulty, discovers her son is ill. Despite suffering near blindness from an explosion, she returns home to be with him.

Peggy, a star at the Ziegfeld Follies, marries the wealthy C. Morton Gibson. She quickly finds their life together dull and resists the advances of her close friend, sculptor Ralph Le Saint. Pianist Paul Lockridge arrives from Paris and urges…

This crime thriller charts the rapid ascent of a driven but ruthless small-time criminal. He uses his intelligence and skill with a gun to climb the ranks of organized crime, facing increasingly formidable rivals. The film examines power, loyalty, and…

Hildy Johnson, an experienced investigative reporter, seeks a significant story to advance her career. When a convicted murderer escapes, Hildy sees a chance to expose possible errors in the justice system and build her reputation. Following the fugitive's path, she…

Following a drunken defense of his girlfriend that results in a murder, young Robert Graham is convicted and given a ten-year prison sentence by ambitious prosecutor Mark Brady. Six years later, Brady becomes the prison warden and offers Robert a…