People Will Talk
"Papa was the big noise... but mama had the last word!"
Originally released in 1935. People Will Talk is a comedy/romance film. directed by Alfred Santell. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Ruggles, Mary Boland, and Leila Hyams
Synopsis
Henry and Clarice Wilkins have been married twenty-three years and are a model suburban couple who have never had a quarrel. But when their daughter, Peggy, and her husband, Bill Trask, have a squabble, Clarice has a plan to show the daughter just how distasteful domestic bickering appears; She enters into an agreement with Henry that they will fake a fuss to serve as an object lesson. Clarice's will to play the game and her sense of humor play out at about the same time when Henry's remarks become more pointed as the charade goes on. Their fake fight is soon a real barn-burner.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Charles Ruggles
as Henry Wilton
Mary Boland
as Clarice Wilton
Leila Hyams
as Peggy Trask
Dean Jagger
as Bill Trask
Ruthelma Stevens
as Doris McBride
Cecil Cunningham
as Nellie Simpson
Stanley Andrews
as Willis McBride
Constantine Romanoff
as Prettyboy Plotsky
Hans Steinke
as Strangler Martin
Edward Brophy
as Pete Ranse
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is People Will Talk about?
Henry and Clarice Wilkins have been married twenty-three years and are a model suburban couple who have never had a quarrel. But when their daughter, Peggy, and her husband, Bill Trask, have a squa...
Who directed People Will Talk?
People Will Talk was directed by Alfred Santell.
How long is People Will Talk?
People Will Talk has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was People Will Talk released?
People Will Talk was released on May 24, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in People Will Talk?
The main cast of People Will Talk includes Charles Ruggles, Mary Boland, Leila Hyams, Dean Jagger, Ruthelma Stevens.