The Senator Was Indiscreet
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Originally released in 1947. The Senator Was Indiscreet is a comedy film. directed by George S. Kaufman. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring William Powell, Ella Raines, and Peter Lind Hayes
Synopsis
A bumbling, long-winded and crooked Southern senator, considered by some as a dark horse for the Presidency, panics his party when his tell-all diary is stolen.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
William Powell
as Senator Melvin G. Ashton
Ella Raines
as Poppy McNaughton
Peter Lind Hayes
as Lew Gibson
Arleen Whelan
as Valerie Shepherd
Ray Collins
as Fred Houlihan
Allen Jenkins
as Farrell
Charles D. Brown
as Dinty
Hans Conried
as Waiter
Whit Bissell
as Robert Oakes
Milton Parsons
as 'You Know Who'
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Inter-John Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Senator Was Indiscreet about?
A bumbling, long-winded and crooked Southern senator, considered by some as a dark horse for the Presidency, panics his party when his tell-all diary is stolen.
Who directed The Senator Was Indiscreet?
The Senator Was Indiscreet was directed by George S. Kaufman.
How long is The Senator Was Indiscreet?
The Senator Was Indiscreet has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Senator Was Indiscreet released?
The Senator Was Indiscreet was released on December 31, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Senator Was Indiscreet?
The main cast of The Senator Was Indiscreet includes William Powell, Ella Raines, Peter Lind Hayes, Arleen Whelan, Ray Collins.