One Third of a Nation
Originally released in 1939. One Third of a Nation is a drama film. directed by Dudley Murphy. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sylvia Sidney, Leif Erickson, and Myron McCormick
Synopsis
The negligent owner of a tenement slum becomes romantically involved with one of the building's residents.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 10, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sylvia Sidney
as Mary Rogers
Leif Erickson
as Peter Cortlant
Myron McCormick
as Sam Moon
Hiram Sherman
as Donald Hinchley
Sidney Lumet
as Joey Rogers
Muriel Hutchison
as Ethel Cortlant
Percy Waram
as Arthur Mather
Otto Hulett
as Assistant District Attorney
Horace Sinclair
as John (Butler)
Iris Adrian
as Myrtle
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dudley Murphy Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Third of a Nation about?
The negligent owner of a tenement slum becomes romantically involved with one of the building's residents.
Who directed One Third of a Nation?
One Third of a Nation was directed by Dudley Murphy.
How long is One Third of a Nation?
One Third of a Nation has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was One Third of a Nation released?
One Third of a Nation was released on February 10, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in One Third of a Nation?
The main cast of One Third of a Nation includes Sylvia Sidney, Leif Erickson, Myron McCormick, Hiram Sherman, Sidney Lumet.