Orchestra Wives
"It's Hep! It's Hot! It's Hilarious!"
Originally released in 1942. Orchestra Wives is a drama/music film. directed by Archie Mayo.
Starring George Montgomery, Ann Rutherford, and Glenn Miller
Synopsis
Connie Ward is in seventh heaven when Gene Morrison's band rolls into town. She is swept off her feet by trumpeter Bill Abbot. After marrying him, she joins the band's tour and learns about life as an orchestra wife, weathering the catty attacks of the other band wives.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 4, 1942
83 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
George Montgomery
as Bill Abbot
Ann Rutherford
as Connie Ward Abbot
Glenn Miller
as Gene Morrison
Lynn Bari
as Jaynie Stevens
Carole Landis
as Natalie Mercer
Cesar Romero
as St. John "Sinjin" Smith
Virginia Gilmore
as Elsie
Mary Beth Hughes
as Caroline Steele
Fayard Nicholas
as Dancer (as Nicholas Brothers)
Harold Nicholas
as Dancer (as Nicholas Brothers)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchestra Wives about?
Connie Ward is in seventh heaven when Gene Morrison's band rolls into town. She is swept off her feet by trumpeter Bill Abbot. After marrying him, she joins the band's tour and learns about life as...
Who directed Orchestra Wives?
Orchestra Wives was directed by Archie Mayo.
How long is Orchestra Wives?
Orchestra Wives has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Orchestra Wives released?
Orchestra Wives was released on September 4, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Orchestra Wives?
The main cast of Orchestra Wives includes George Montgomery, Ann Rutherford, Glenn Miller, Lynn Bari, Carole Landis.