The Smiling Lieutenant
"Maurice Chevalier laughing and loving again in Ernst Lubitsch's sparkling cocktail of romantic merriment"
Originally released in 1931. The Smiling Lieutenant is a comedy/romance film. directed by Ernst Lubitsch. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Maurice Chevalier, Claudette Colbert, and Miriam Hopkins
Synopsis
An amorous lieutenant is forced to marry a socially awkward princess, though he tries to keep his violin-playing girlfriend on the side.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (65 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Maurice Chevalier
as Lt. Nikolaus 'Niki' von Preyn
Claudette Colbert
as Franzi
Miriam Hopkins
as Princess Anna
Charles Ruggles
as Max
George Barbier
as King Adolf XV
Hugh O'Connell
as Niki's Orderly
Maude Allen
as Lady in Waiting (uncredited)
Granville Bates
as Bill Collector (uncredited)
Harry C. Bradley
as Count Von Holden (uncredited)
Carrie Daumery
as Lady in Waiting (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Smiling Lieutenant about?
An amorous lieutenant is forced to marry a socially awkward princess, though he tries to keep his violin-playing girlfriend on the side.
Who directed The Smiling Lieutenant?
The Smiling Lieutenant was directed by Ernst Lubitsch.
How long is The Smiling Lieutenant?
The Smiling Lieutenant has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Smiling Lieutenant released?
The Smiling Lieutenant was released on August 1, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Smiling Lieutenant?
The main cast of The Smiling Lieutenant includes Maurice Chevalier, Claudette Colbert, Miriam Hopkins, Charles Ruggles, George Barbier.