1936·2h 21m·Drama·History·Romance

Anthony Adverse

5.7/ 10 · 37 votes

The thrill of thrills the world could not forget!

Directed by Mervyn LeRoy

Rating

5.7

37 votes

Overview

Based on the novel by Hervey Allen, this expansive drama follows the many adventures of the eponymous hero, Anthony Adverse. Abandoned at a convent by his heartless nobleman father, Don Luis, Anthony is later mentored by his kind grandfather, John Bonnyfeather, and falls for the beautiful Angela Giuseppe. When circumstances separate Anthony and Angela and he embarks on a long journey, he must find his way back to her, no matter what the cost.