Cast: May Robson

Direction Howard Hawks

Cast Katharine Hepburn · Cary Grant · Charles Ruggles · May Robson

Synopsis Bringing Up Baby (1938) follows the story of David Huxley, a paleontologist who is deeply engrossed in his work and needs to complete the reconstruction of a dinosaur skeleton for a crucial museum exhibit. This project is pivotal for securing...

Direction Frank Capra

Cast Warren William · May Robson · Guy Kibbee · Glenda Farrell

Synopsis Lady for a Day (1933) follows the tale of a kind-hearted criminal mastermind who rallies his entire crew of tough guys to assist in the metamorphosis of an aging, somewhat disreputable apple seller into an impeccable lady of high society....

Direction Clarence Brown

Cast Greta Garbo · Fredric March · Basil Rathbone · Maureen O'Sullivan

Synopsis Anna Karenina (1935) follows the tale of a young Russian woman, Anna Karenina (Garbo), who finds herself in a marriage devoid of love. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she encounters and falls deeply in love with Count Vronsky...

Direction William A. Wellman

Cast Fredric March · Janet Gaynor · Adolphe Menjou · May Robson

Synopsis A Star is Born (1937) follows the journey of Esther Blodgett, a young woman with big dreams of making it in the movie industry. Working as a waitress at a Hollywood soiree, she captures the attention of the renowned but...

Direction Ernst Lubitsch · Norman Taurog · Norman Z. McLeod · William A. Seiter

Cast Gary Cooper · Charles Laughton · George Raft · Jack Oakie

Synopsis If I Had a Million (1932) is a lively and star-studded comedy film that centers around a wealthy steel magnate (Richard Bennett) who, upon learning of his impending death, decides to distribute his fortune by randomly selecting eight individuals from...

Direction Jack Conway

Cast Jean Harlow · Chester Morris · Lewis Stone · Leila Hyams

Synopsis Red-Headed Woman (1932) follows the story of Lil, an ambitious and manipulative secretary at the Legendre Company. Her cunning schemes lead to the dissolution of Bill and Irene's marriage, ultimately resulting in Bill marrying Lil. She then engages in a...

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Tommy Kelly · May Robson · Walter Brennan · Victor Jory

Synopsis The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1938) presents a heartwarming adaptation of Mark Twain's classic narrative, set in the picturesque landscapes of 1850s Missouri. This rendition stays largely true to the original story, with a few minor tweaks, notably portraying the...

Direction Busby Berkeley

Cast John Garfield · Claude Rains · Ann Sheridan · May Robson

Synopsis They Made Me a Criminal (1939) follows the story of Johnnie, a talented boxer who, on the very night he secures the world championship, is falsely accused of a reporter's murder and presumed deceased. Fleeing New York, he finds refuge...

Direction Robert Z. Leonard

Cast Joan Crawford · Clark Gable · Franchot Tone · Fred Astaire

Synopsis Dancing Lady (1933) follows the journey of Janie, a passionate dancer who performs wherever she can, including a burlesque house. Her life takes a turn when Tod Newton, a wealthy playboy, spots her and secures her a role in a...

Direction Norman Z. McLeod

Cast Charlotte Henry · Leon Errol · Louise Fazenda · Ford Sterling

Synopsis Alice in Wonderland (1933) follows the imaginative journey of a young girl named Alice who, on a dull winter day, finds herself in a peculiar dream world. This dream takes her to a bizarre and surreal realm where she encounters...

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Priscilla Lane · Rosemary Lane · Lola Lane · Gale Page

Synopsis Four Daughters (1938) centers around the harmonious life of musician Adam Lemp and his quartet of musically gifted daughters: Emma, Ann, Kay, and Thea. Each daughter has a respectable suitor, but the dynamics of their home are disrupted by the...

Direction Robert Stevenson

Cast Michèle Morgan · Paul Henreid · Thomas Mitchell · Laird Cregar

Synopsis Joan of Paris (1942) follows the harrowing journey of a Royal Air Force squadron that is shot down over France during World War II. Despite the perilous circumstances, the surviving airmen manage to make their way to Paris. Complicating their...

Direction Clarence Brown

Cast Clark Gable · Jean Harlow · Myrna Loy · May Robson

Synopsis Wife vs. Secretary (1936) revolves around a mix-up that leads to a misunderstanding. The spouse of a publishing executive becomes convinced that her husband's bond with his charming secretary goes beyond their professional duties. This misinterpretation sets the stage for...

Direction Victor Fleming

Cast Jean Harlow · William Powell · Franchot Tone · May Robson

Synopsis Reckless (1935) follows the story of Broadway singer Mona Leslie, portrayed by Jean Harlow, who is cast in this melodrama inspired by the real-life tragic events of singer Libby Holman. Harlow delivers a compelling performance, showcasing her dramatic acting skills,...

Direction Herbert Wilcox

Cast Anna Neagle · Ray Milland · Roland Young · Alan Marshal

Synopsis Irene (1940) follows the journey of Irene O'Dare, who is dispatched by her employers to the residence of the affluent Mrs. Vincent. There, she crosses paths with Don, a friend of Mrs. Vincent's son, Bob. Intrigued by Irene, Don chooses...

Direction Robert Z. Leonard

Cast Norma Shearer · Clark Gable · Alexander Kirkland · Ralph Morgan

Synopsis Strange Interlude (1932) delves into the intricate web of thoughts and emotions that often diverge from spoken words. The narrative revolves around Nina, who was once engaged to Gordon Shaw, a pilot tragically killed in World War I. Her father's...

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Errol Flynn · Joan Blondell · May Robson · Edward Everett Horton

Direction Lois Weber

Cast Leatrice Joy · Victor Varconi · May Robson · Alice Lake

Direction Alan Hale

Cast Bessie Love · Erwin Connelly · Frank Coghlan Jr. · May Robson

Synopsis Rubber Tires (1927) follows the Stack family from New York City as they face severe financial struggles. The patriarch, Pa Stack, had invested the family's savings in a property in Newhall, California, with the optimistic expectation of discovering oil on...

Direction Lewis Seiler

Cast Pat O'Brien · Wayne Morris · Joan Blondell · May Robson

Synopsis The Kid from Kokomo (1939) follows the journey of a naive boxer named Morris, who refuses to step into the ring until he reunites with his mother, who left him as an infant. Meanwhile, O'Brien, a cunning manager, devises a...