Show Boat
"HEAR Glorious New Music and Songs by Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II:"
Originally released in 1936. Show Boat is a music/romance film. directed by James Whale.
Starring Irene Dunne, Allan Jones, and Charles Winninger
Synopsis
Despite her mother's objections, the naive young daughter of a show boat captain is thrust into the limelight as the company's new leading lady.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 17, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (47 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Irene Dunne
as Magnolia Hawkes
Allan Jones
as Gaylord Ravenal
Charles Winninger
as Cap'n Andy Hawkes
Paul Robeson
as Joe
Helen Morgan
as Julie LaVerne
Helen Westley
as Parthenia "Parthy" Hawkes
Queenie Smith
as Ellie May Chipley
Sammy White
as Frank Schultz
Donald Cook
as Steve Baker
Hattie McDaniel
as Queenie
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Show Boat about?
Despite her mother's objections, the naive young daughter of a show boat captain is thrust into the limelight as the company's new leading lady.
Who directed Show Boat?
Show Boat was directed by James Whale.
How long is Show Boat?
Show Boat has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was Show Boat released?
Show Boat was released on May 17, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Show Boat?
The main cast of Show Boat includes Irene Dunne, Allan Jones, Charles Winninger, Paul Robeson, Helen Morgan.