Cast: Helen Morgan

Direction Rouben Mamoulian

Cast Helen Morgan · Joan Peers · Fuller Mellish Jr. · Jack Cameron

Synopsis Applause (1929) presents an early instance of the "backstage" musical genre, focusing on Kitty Darling, a burlesque performer whose career is on the decline. The narrative revolves around Kitty's efforts to shield her daughter, April, who was raised in a...

Direction James Whale

Cast Irene Dunne · Allan Jones · Charles Winninger · Helen Morgan

Synopsis Show Boat (1936) is a cinematic adaptation of the 1926 Edna Ferber novel and the 1927 Jerome Kern-Oscar Hammerstein musical, directed by James Whale, known for his work in horror films like "Frankenstein" and "The Invisible Man." Set in the...

Direction Henry King

Cast Spencer Tracy · Ketti Gallian · Ned Sparks · Helen Morgan

Direction Alfred L. Werker

Cast Lee Tracy · Helen Mack · Helen Morgan · David Holt

Synopsis You Belong to Me (1934) follows the story of Florette Faxon, a vaudeville entertainer who finds herself destitute with her six-year-old son, Jimmy. She turns to her friend and fellow performer, Bud Hannigan, for assistance in securing a job. Bud,...

Direction Archie Mayo · Michael Curtiz

Cast Al Jolson · Ruby Keeler · Glenda Farrell · Barton MacLane

Synopsis Go Into Your Dance (1935) follows the story of Al Howard, a once-celebrated Broadway star who has worn out his welcome with producers due to his frequent, unannounced trips to Mexico, leading to show closures and financial losses. When his...

Direction Jürgen Goslar

Cast Trevor Howard · Britt Ekland · Ron Ely · Jürgen Goslar

Direction Harry A. Pollard · Arch Heath

Cast Laura La Plante · Joseph Schildkraut · Emily Fitzroy · Otis Harlan

Synopsis Show Boat (1929) commences with Magnolia, the offspring of Captain Andy Hawks and his overbearing wife Parthy, reveling in her youthful days on her father's show boat. Parthy, annoyed by the perceived influence of the leading actress Julie (Magnolia's hero...

Direction Alfred E. Green

Cast Rudy Vallee · Ann Dvorak · Ned Sparks · Helen Morgan

Synopsis Sweet Music (1935) follows the journey of "Skip" Houston, a charismatic college band-leader who maintains his musical ensemble post-graduation, transitioning them into a professional outfit that gains significant popularity on the radio and in nightclubs. Houston's life takes an interesting...

Direction Millard Webb

Cast Mary Eaton · Eddie Cantor · Helen Morgan · Rudy Vallee

Synopsis Glorifying the American Girl (1929) follows the journey of an aspiring performer, Gloria Hughes, as she climbs the ranks to become a star in the dazzling world of Broadway. The narrative reaches its peak with her involvement in the spectacular...