The Great Ziegfeld (1936): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: The Great Ziegfeld
Genre: Music, Drama, Romance
Released: 1936
Duration: 185 min
Cast: William Powell, Myrna Loy, Luise Rainer, Frank Morgan, Fanny Brice

What The Great Ziegfeld Is About

A biography running past three hours, from MGM at its most extravagant. Florenz Ziegfeld starts as a sideshow barker at the 1893 Chicago fair and ends up mounting the enormous Broadway revues that carry his name, making a fortune repeatedly and spending each one on the next show. William Powell plays Ziegfeld, Myrna Loy his second wife Billie Burke, and Luise Rainer his first wife Anna Held. Fanny Brice appears as herself. It won Best Picture and Best Actress. The numbers still astonish; the portrait sands the man smooth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Ziegfeld about?

A biography running past three hours, from MGM at its most extravagant. Florenz Ziegfeld starts as a sideshow barker at the 1893 Chicago fair and ends up mounting the enormous Broadway revues that carry his name, making a fortune repeatedly and spending each one on the next show.

Where can I watch The Great Ziegfeld?

The Great Ziegfeld is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Great Ziegfeld?

The Great Ziegfeld runs for 185 minutes (3h 5m).

When did The Great Ziegfeld come out?

The Great Ziegfeld was released in 1936.

Who directed The Great Ziegfeld?

The Great Ziegfeld was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.

Who stars in The Great Ziegfeld?

The Great Ziegfeld stars William Powell, Myrna Loy, Luise Rainer, Frank Morgan.

What is The Great Ziegfeld's rating?

The Great Ziegfeld holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 64 out of 100.