While Paris Sleeps
"Lovers, Wantons and Wastrels are Awake"
Originally released in 1932. While Paris Sleeps is a drama film. directed by Allan Dwan. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Victor McLaglen, Helen Mack, and William Bakewell
Synopsis
To save his daughter Manon from falling into the hands of a vicious gang of pimps, convict Jacques Costard escapes from jail. Jacques' problems are twofold: he must keep Manon from being abducted into a life of prostitution, and he must also hide his true identity from the girl, who has been raised to believe that Jacques died a hero in WWI.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 8, 1932
93 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is While Paris Sleeps about?
To save his daughter Manon from falling into the hands of a vicious gang of pimps, convict Jacques Costard escapes from jail. Jacques' problems are twofold: he must keep Manon from being abducted i...
Who directed While Paris Sleeps?
While Paris Sleeps was directed by Allan Dwan.
How long is While Paris Sleeps?
While Paris Sleeps has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was While Paris Sleeps released?
While Paris Sleeps was released on May 8, 1932 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in While Paris Sleeps?
The main cast of While Paris Sleeps includes Victor McLaglen, Helen Mack, William Bakewell, Jack La Rue, Rita La Roy.