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Why Bring That Up?

""The Two Black Crows" - MORAN and MACK - in their first ALL TALKING Production."

October 3, 1929 1h 22m

Originally released in 1929. Why Bring That Up? is a drama/comedy film. directed by George Abbott. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Charles Mack, George Moran, and Evelyn Brent

Synopsis

George's partner in vaudeville quits their act, claiming that Betty has broken his heart. George then teams up with Charlie, a stranded trouper, and Irving becomes their manager. Later, in New York, the "Two Black Crows" star in their own revue and save money to build their own theater on Broadway. Betty comes to the theater with her lover, who poses as a cousin and induces George to hire her. He showers her with jewels and money. She tries to persuade George to invest in oil stock her lover is selling, and though their act is a success, Charlie fires Betty. When Charlie and Betty's lover quarrel, Charlie is injured.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 3, 1929 96 years ago
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Runtime 1h 22m 82 minutes total
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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

  • Paramount Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Why Bring That Up? about?

George's partner in vaudeville quits their act, claiming that Betty has broken his heart. George then teams up with Charlie, a stranded trouper, and Irving becomes their manager. Later, in New York...

Who directed Why Bring That Up??

Why Bring That Up? was directed by George Abbott.

How long is Why Bring That Up??

Why Bring That Up? has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).

When was Why Bring That Up? released?

Why Bring That Up? was released on October 3, 1929 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Why Bring That Up??

The main cast of Why Bring That Up? includes Charles Mack, George Moran, Evelyn Brent, Bert Swor, Freeman Wood.