Back Street
Originally released in 1941. Back Street is a drama film. directed by Robert Stevenson. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Boyer, Margaret Sullavan, and Richard Carlson
Synopsis
In turn-of-the-century Cincinnati, vibrant shop girl Ray Smith falls in love with banker Walter Saxel, who is engaged to a socially prominent woman. Inadvertently prevented from running away with Walter, Ray remains single but reunites with him five years later. Despite Walter being married and having a son, Ray becomes his mistress, and over the years suffers social ostracism and long stretches of solitude while waiting for their brief interludes together.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 7, 1941
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Back Street about?
In turn-of-the-century Cincinnati, vibrant shop girl Ray Smith falls in love with banker Walter Saxel, who is engaged to a socially prominent woman. Inadvertently prevented from running away with W...
Who directed Back Street?
Back Street was directed by Robert Stevenson.
How long is Back Street?
Back Street has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Back Street released?
Back Street was released on February 7, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Back Street?
The main cast of Back Street includes Charles Boyer, Margaret Sullavan, Richard Carlson, Frank McHugh, Tim Holt.