

Of Human Bondage
1934-07-20 · 83 min · ★ 6.5
A young man finds himself attracted to a cold and unfeeling waitress who may ultimately destroy them both.
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- Directors
- John Cromwell
- Production companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Leslie HowardPhilip Carey
Bette DavisMildred Rogers
Frances DeeSally Athelny
Kay JohnsonNorah
Reginald DennyHarry Griffiths
Alan HaleEmil Miller
Reginald SheffieldCyril Dunsford
Reginald OwenThorpe Athelny
Desmond RobertsDr. Jacobs
Harry AllenTaxi Driver (uncredited)
Frank BakerPoliceman Removing Mildred (uncredited)
Kenner G. KempHospital Interne (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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