Quick overview
Five and Ten (1931) leans into its genre DNA with a straightforward setup and a clear, watchable rhythm. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Marion Davies, Leslie Howard, and Richard Bennett—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 5.2/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
Five and Ten (1931)
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Released: June 13, 1931
Runtime: 89 min
: 5.154/10 from 13 votes
John owns the largest chain of five and ten cent stores in the country. He moves his family to New York from Kansas City and their life, though grand, is falling apart due to his constant working. Wife and mother Jenny is lonely. Son Avery hates his job. Daughter Jennifer is snubbed by classmate Muriel and her friends. At a charity bazaar, Jennifer meets Berry and sparks are evident. However, he is engaged to Muriel and Muriel will make sure that she, and only she, marries Berry. After the marriage, Berry still thinks of Jennifer as Jennifer thinks of Berry. Avery laments about the state of his family since they were happy in Kansas City.
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