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42nd Street

"The Greatest Musical Hit the Screen Has Ever Known!"

March 11, 1933 1h 29m 6.9/10 (209 votes)

Originally released in 1933. 42nd Street is a comedy/drama film. directed by Lloyd Bacon. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Warner Baxter, Bebe Daniels, and George Brent

Synopsis

A producer puts on what may be his last Broadway show, and at the last moment a chorus girl has to replace the star.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 11, 1933 92 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
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User Rating 6.9/10 Good (209 votes)
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Budget $439K Production budget
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Box Office $2.3M 5.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$439,000
Revenue
$2,281,000

Production Companies

  • Warner Bros. Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is 42nd Street about?

A producer puts on what may be his last Broadway show, and at the last moment a chorus girl has to replace the star.

Who directed 42nd Street?

42nd Street was directed by Lloyd Bacon.

How long is 42nd Street?

42nd Street has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was 42nd Street released?

42nd Street was released on March 11, 1933 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in 42nd Street?

The main cast of 42nd Street includes Warner Baxter, Bebe Daniels, George Brent, Ruby Keeler, Guy Kibbee.

Is 42nd Street worth watching?

42nd Street has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 209 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.