The Great Ziegfeld
"The Sensation of the Century!"
Originally released in 1936. The Great Ziegfeld is a music/drama film. directed by Robert Z. Leonard. With a runtime of 3h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring William Powell, Myrna Loy, and Luise Rainer
Synopsis
At the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, sideshow barker Florenz Ziegfeld turns the tables on his more-successful neighbor Billings, and also steals his girlfriend. This pattern repeats throughout their lives, as Ziegfeld makes and loses many fortunes putting on ever-bigger, more spectacular shows
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 8, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
3h 5m
185 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (137 votes)
Budget
$2.2M
Production budget
Box Office
$4.7M
2.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,183,000
- Revenue
- $4,673,000
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Ziegfeld about?
At the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, sideshow barker Florenz Ziegfeld turns the tables on his more-successful neighbor Billings, and also steals his girlfriend. This pattern repeats throughout their l...
Who directed The Great Ziegfeld?
The Great Ziegfeld was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
How long is The Great Ziegfeld?
The Great Ziegfeld has a runtime of 3 hours and 5 minutes (185 minutes total).
When was The Great Ziegfeld released?
The Great Ziegfeld was released on April 8, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Great Ziegfeld?
The main cast of The Great Ziegfeld includes William Powell, Myrna Loy, Luise Rainer, Frank Morgan, Fanny Brice.
Is The Great Ziegfeld worth watching?
The Great Ziegfeld has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 137 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.