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The Merry Widow

"Let Joy be Unconfined!"

November 2, 1934 1h 39m 6.8/10 (65 votes)

Originally released in 1934. The Merry Widow is a comedy/music film. directed by Ernst Lubitsch.

Starring Maurice Chevalier, Jeanette MacDonald, and Edward Everett Horton

Synopsis

A prince from a small kingdom courts a wealthy widow to keep her money in the country.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 2, 1934 91 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (65 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Merry Widow about?

A prince from a small kingdom courts a wealthy widow to keep her money in the country.

Who directed The Merry Widow?

The Merry Widow was directed by Ernst Lubitsch.

How long is The Merry Widow?

The Merry Widow has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was The Merry Widow released?

The Merry Widow was released on November 2, 1934 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Merry Widow?

The main cast of The Merry Widow includes Maurice Chevalier, Jeanette MacDonald, Edward Everett Horton, Una Merkel, George Barbier.