The Man from Toronto
"A joyously exciting romance, with a "catch" to it!"
Originally released in 1933. The Man from Toronto is a romance/comedy film. directed by Sinclair Hill. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jessie Matthews, Ian Hunter, and Frederick Kerr
Synopsis
According to the terms of a will two strangers must marry. Leila (Jessie Matthews) is an English widow, and Fergus (Ian Hunter) is a Canadian bachelor. Both are bequeathed a fortune, but there is a condition to receive it; the two must marry within a year. To aid matters, Leila disguises herself as Fergus' maid, and the two begin to fall in love. However, when Fergus discovers the truth, he is less than pleased by the deception.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1933
93 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gainsborough Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Man from Toronto about?
According to the terms of a will two strangers must marry. Leila (Jessie Matthews) is an English widow, and Fergus (Ian Hunter) is a Canadian bachelor. Both are bequeathed a fortune, but there is ...
Who directed The Man from Toronto?
The Man from Toronto was directed by Sinclair Hill.
How long is The Man from Toronto?
The Man from Toronto has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Man from Toronto released?
The Man from Toronto was released on January 1, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Man from Toronto?
The main cast of The Man from Toronto includes Jessie Matthews, Ian Hunter, Frederick Kerr, Benny Fields, Margaret Yarde.