Let Us Be Gay
"A new angle on marriage and divorce! How to win back a wandering husband!-The year's finest talkie!"
Originally released in 1930. Let Us Be Gay is a comedy/drama film. directed by Robert Z. Leonard. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Norma Shearer, Rod La Rocque, and Marie Dressler
Synopsis
A housewife divorces her self-centered husband. Years later, she attends a party where her ex is pursuing another woman. Unbeknownst to him, she is the same ex-wife he'd neglected, now transformed into a fashionable socialite.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 11, 1930
95 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
3.6/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Norma Shearer
as Kitty Brown
Rod La Rocque
as Bob Brown
Marie Dressler
as Mrs. Bouccicault
Gilbert Emery
as Townley
Hedda Hopper
as Madge Livingston
Raymond Hackett
as Bruce
Sally Eilers
as Diane
Tyrell Davis
as Wallace
Wilfred Noy
as Whitman - 1st Butler
William H. O'Brien
as Struthers - 2nd Butler (as William O'Brien)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Let Us Be Gay about?
A housewife divorces her self-centered husband. Years later, she attends a party where her ex is pursuing another woman. Unbeknownst to him, she is the same ex-wife he'd neglected, now transformed ...
Who directed Let Us Be Gay?
Let Us Be Gay was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
How long is Let Us Be Gay?
Let Us Be Gay has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was Let Us Be Gay released?
Let Us Be Gay was released on July 11, 1930 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Let Us Be Gay?
The main cast of Let Us Be Gay includes Norma Shearer, Rod La Rocque, Marie Dressler, Gilbert Emery, Hedda Hopper.