Lest We Forget movie poster

Lest We Forget

May 1, 1937 0h 10m

Originally released in 1937. Lest We Forget is a documentary film. directed by Richard Thorpe. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Gary Cooper, Robert Taylor, and Allan Jones

Synopsis

MGM hosts a salute to Will Rogers (1875-1935) shortly after his death. After a few words from Gary Cooper and Harry Carey, a look at Rogers' fatal trip with Wiley Post, clips from Rogers' movies, a proclamation from Oklahoma's governor, and a cowboy ballad sung at sunset. Robert Taylor asks the studio audience to contribute to the Will Rogers Memorial Hospital in Saranac Lake, NY, where those in the entertainment industry could go for treatment. This Sanatorium already exists as the National Vaudeville Artist Lodge and then was renamed after Will Rogers timely death. The screen goes black while ushers collect donations.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 1, 1937 88 years ago
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Runtime 0h 10m 10 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lest We Forget about?

MGM hosts a salute to Will Rogers (1875-1935) shortly after his death. After a few words from Gary Cooper and Harry Carey, a look at Rogers' fatal trip with Wiley Post, clips from Rogers' movies, a...

Who directed Lest We Forget?

Lest We Forget was directed by Richard Thorpe.

How long is Lest We Forget?

Lest We Forget has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).

When was Lest We Forget released?

Lest We Forget was released on May 1, 1937 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Lest We Forget?

The main cast of Lest We Forget includes Gary Cooper, Robert Taylor, Allan Jones, Harry Carey, Frank Whitbeck.