The Duke Steps Out (1929) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Duke Steps Out (1929) — Millionaire's son Duke wants to be a champion boxer but takes time out to enroll
The Duke Steps Out (1929) Storyline
Millionaire's son Duke wants to be a champion boxer but takes time out to enroll in college when he sees co-ed Susie. The students wonder about his having a chauffeur and house full of servants. Susie likes him but, to get rid of her, his manager tells her Duke already has a New York chorus girl. As the students listen to a radio broadcast of his victorious fight from San Francisco, she learns that the student Duke is the boxer Duke and that there is no chorus girl.
Full Cast & Crew
- William Haines as Duke
- Joan Crawford as Susie
- Delmer Daves as Bossy Edwards
- Tenen Holtz as Jake, Duke's manager
- Edward Nugent as Tommy Welles
- Karl Dane as Barney, Duke's chauffeur
- Luke Cosgrave as Prof. Widdicombe
- Jack Roper as Poison Kerrigan
- Herbert Prior as Mr. Corbin
Why Watch The Duke Steps Out?
The Vibe: The Duke Steps Out is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1929. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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