The Silver Cord
"The question that agitates a million women!"
Originally released in 1933. The Silver Cord is a romance/drama film. directed by John Cromwell. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Irene Dunne, Joel McCrea, and Laura Hope Crews
Synopsis
A domineering matriarch is less than happy when her son brings home his new bride. She immediately sets to work at sabotaging their marriage as well as the engagement of her younger and weaker son.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 5, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Irene Dunne
as Christina Phelps
Joel McCrea
as David Phelps
Laura Hope Crews
as Mrs. Phelps
Eric Linden
as Robert Phelps
Frances Dee
as Hester
Helen Cromwell
as Delia
Paul Irving
as Taxicab Driver
Perry Ivins
as Phelps Family Doctor
Reginald Pasch
as Laboratory Technician
Gustav von Seyffertitz
as German Doctor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Silver Cord about?
A domineering matriarch is less than happy when her son brings home his new bride. She immediately sets to work at sabotaging their marriage as well as the engagement of her younger and weaker son.
Who directed The Silver Cord?
The Silver Cord was directed by John Cromwell.
How long is The Silver Cord?
The Silver Cord has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Silver Cord released?
The Silver Cord was released on May 5, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Silver Cord?
The main cast of The Silver Cord includes Irene Dunne, Joel McCrea, Laura Hope Crews, Eric Linden, Frances Dee.