Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi River, this 1936 film adaptation of the classic musical follows the lives and loves of the performers and workers on a showboat. The narrative intricately weaves themes of romance, racial prejudice, and the pursuit of dreams, with standout performances by stars such as Irene Dunne and Paul Robeson. Directed by James Whale, the film is noted for its faithful adaptation of the stage musical and its memorable musical numbers. An interesting fact about the film is its inclusion of the iconic song “Ol’ Man River,” performed by Robeson. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.