Manhattan Cocktail
Originally released in 1928. Manhattan Cocktail is a drama film. directed by Dorothy Arzner. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Nancy Carroll, Richard Arlen, and Danny O'Shea
Synopsis
Nancy Carroll stars in Manhattan Cocktail as Babs, a college coed who dreams of becoming a famous actress. Joining up with her campus chums Fred (Richard Arlen) and Bob (Danny O'Shea), likewise aspiring thespians, Babes heads to Broadway with stars in her eyes. The winsome threesome are quickly disillusioned by the heartless machinations of nasty producer Renov (Paul Lukas) and his harridan wife (Lilyan Tashman). Before the plot proper gets under way, the audience is regaled with a cute "mythological" prologue, featuring the same three leading actors. Manhattan Cocktail was a silent picture, except for two brief musical numbers showcasing Nancy Carroll.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 24, 1928
97 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan Cocktail about?
Nancy Carroll stars in Manhattan Cocktail as Babs, a college coed who dreams of becoming a famous actress. Joining up with her campus chums Fred (Richard Arlen) and Bob (Danny O'Shea), likewise asp...
Who directed Manhattan Cocktail?
Manhattan Cocktail was directed by Dorothy Arzner.
How long is Manhattan Cocktail?
Manhattan Cocktail has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Manhattan Cocktail released?
Manhattan Cocktail was released on November 24, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Manhattan Cocktail?
The main cast of Manhattan Cocktail includes Nancy Carroll, Richard Arlen, Danny O'Shea, Paul Lukas, Lilyan Tashman.