City for Conquest
"A story with all the fire and fury of its two great stars!"
Originally released in 1940. City for Conquest is a romance/drama film. directed by Anatole Litvak.
Starring James Cagney, Ann Sheridan, and Frank Craven
Synopsis
The heartbreaking but hopeful tale of Danny Kenny and Peggy Nash, two sweethearts who meet and struggle through their impoverished lives in New York City. When Peggy, hoping for something better in life for both of them, breaks off her engagement to Danny, he sets out to be a championship boxer, while she becomes a dancer paired with a sleazy partner. Will tragedy reunite the former lovers?
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 21, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (34 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City for Conquest about?
The heartbreaking but hopeful tale of Danny Kenny and Peggy Nash, two sweethearts who meet and struggle through their impoverished lives in New York City. When Peggy, hoping for something better in...
Who directed City for Conquest?
City for Conquest was directed by Anatole Litvak.
How long is City for Conquest?
City for Conquest has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was City for Conquest released?
City for Conquest was released on September 21, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in City for Conquest?
The main cast of City for Conquest includes James Cagney, Ann Sheridan, Frank Craven, Donald Crisp, Frank McHugh.