Artists and Models Abroad
"It's an ooh-la-lalapalooza!"
Originally released in 1938. Artists and Models Abroad is a comedy/music film. directed by Mitchell Leisen.
Starring Jack Benny, Joan Bennett, and Mary Boland
Synopsis
Buck Boswell and his all-girl troupe are stranded in Paris, but Buck manages to con the manager of the 'Hotel de Navarre' in furnishing accommodations for his group, but the proprietor's wife locks them out. In his search for funds, Buck meets Patricia Harper, the fourth-richest girl in the world, but he isn't aware of that and thinks she is penniless. Patricia joins his troupe as a lark, and her father, James Harper, also pretends he is broke. Through some chicanery, Buck gets jobs for the girls as models at the Palace of Feminine Arts at the Paris International Exposition. James Harper borrows the priceless Napoleaon necklace to have a copy made for his daughter, but Buck thinks he stole it.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 20, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Artists and Models Abroad about?
Buck Boswell and his all-girl troupe are stranded in Paris, but Buck manages to con the manager of the 'Hotel de Navarre' in furnishing accommodations for his group, but the proprietor's wife locks...
Who directed Artists and Models Abroad?
Artists and Models Abroad was directed by Mitchell Leisen.
How long is Artists and Models Abroad?
Artists and Models Abroad has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Artists and Models Abroad released?
Artists and Models Abroad was released on December 20, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Artists and Models Abroad?
The main cast of Artists and Models Abroad includes Jack Benny, Joan Bennett, Mary Boland, Charley Grapewin, Fritz Feld.