A Star Is Born (1937)
Kernel Score: 80% · 233 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1937-04-20
Runtime: 111 minutes
Where to watch A Star Is Born
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Esther Blodgett is just another starry-eyed farm kid trying to break into the movies. Waitressing at a Hollywood party, she catches the eye of her idol Norman Maine, is sent for a screen test, and before long attains stardom as newly minted Vicki Lester. She and Norman marry, though his career soon dwindles to nothing due to his chronic alcoholism.
A Star Is Born parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that A Star Is Born (1937) is a classic Hollywood drama about a rising actress and her husband's decline into alcoholism.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — Central plot involves the husband's chronic alcoholism and career decline due to drinking.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Janet Gaynor as Esther Blodgett / Vicki Lester
- Fredric March as Norman Maine
- Adolphe Menjou as Oliver Niles
- May Robson as Lettie Blodgett
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A Star Is Born FAQ
Is A Star Is Born good?
A Star Is Born has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 233 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Star Is Born?
In the US you can stream A Star Is Born on Brew, Pure Flix and FlixFling, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, FlixHouse, Public Domain Movies and Fawesome and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is A Star Is Born OK for kids?
A Star Is Born is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that A Star Is Born (1937) is a classic Hollywood drama about a rising actress and her husband's decline into alcoholism.
What movies are like A Star Is Born?
If you liked A Star Is Born, try A Star Is Born, A Star Is Born, Babylon and The Bad and the Beautiful.