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The Bad Sister

"The girl who wanted everything!"

March 29, 1931 1h 8m 5.4/10 (22 votes)

Originally released in 1931. The Bad Sister is a drama film. directed by Hobart Henley. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Conrad Nagel, Sidney Fox, and Bette Davis

Synopsis

Marianne falls in love with con man Valentine who uses their relation to get her father's endorsement on a money-raising scheme. He runs off with the money and Marianne, later dumping her. Her sister Laura loves Dr. Lindley although she knows he loves Marianne. Marianne returns and marries a wealthy young man, and Lindley turns his love toward Laura.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 29, 1931 94 years ago
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Runtime 1h 8m 68 minutes total
User Rating 5.4/10 Mixed (22 votes)
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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

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bad Sister about?

Marianne falls in love with con man Valentine who uses their relation to get her father's endorsement on a money-raising scheme. He runs off with the money and Marianne, later dumping her. Her sist...

Who directed The Bad Sister?

The Bad Sister was directed by Hobart Henley.

How long is The Bad Sister?

The Bad Sister has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).

When was The Bad Sister released?

The Bad Sister was released on March 29, 1931 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Bad Sister?

The main cast of The Bad Sister includes Conrad Nagel, Sidney Fox, Bette Davis, Humphrey Bogart, Charles Winninger.