Footlight Serenade
"SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT! LAUGH ABOUT! SHOUT ABOUT! THE MIRACLE MUSICAL OF THE YEAR!"
Originally released in 1942. Footlight Serenade is a comedy/music film. directed by Gregory Ratoff. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Payne, Betty Grable, and Victor Mature
Synopsis
Conceited World Champion boxer Tommy Lundy decides to test his popularity in a Broadway show. Tommy always has an eye for the ladies and he starts paying attention to beautiful chorus girl Pat Lambert. Pat's boyfriend Bill Smith isn't impressed with Tommy even though Tommy gets him a boxing part in the show. When Tommy finds out that Pat and Bill were secretly together the night before the show opens, he angrily plans to turn the boxing scene with Bill into a real bout.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 1942
83 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Footlight Serenade about?
Conceited World Champion boxer Tommy Lundy decides to test his popularity in a Broadway show. Tommy always has an eye for the ladies and he starts paying attention to beautiful chorus girl Pat Lamb...
Who directed Footlight Serenade?
Footlight Serenade was directed by Gregory Ratoff.
How long is Footlight Serenade?
Footlight Serenade has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Footlight Serenade released?
Footlight Serenade was released on August 1, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Footlight Serenade?
The main cast of Footlight Serenade includes John Payne, Betty Grable, Victor Mature, Jane Wyman, James Gleason.