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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19291h 9mUnited States of America

Joy Street

Synopsis

Mimi, an unsophisticated American girl attending an exclusive Swiss boarding school, unexpectedly inherits a large fortune. Returning to the United States she quickly begins to live a wild and reckless life. Good-natured Joe attempts to set her straight, but she keeps right on living riotously. It takes Mimi a serious accident while joyriding to comes to her senses and realize she is ready for a more settled existence.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 12, 1929

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Raymond Cannon
Screenplay & Story
Frank Gay, Charles R. Condon
Original Title
Joy Street
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 9m
Production Studios
Fox Film Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Raymond Cannon

Screenplay & Story

Frank Gay, Charles R. Condon, Raymond Cannon

Director of Photography

Ernest Miller

Department Leadership Roster

Frank Gay

Screenplay

Raymond Cannon

Raymond Cannon

Director

Charles R. Condon

Screenplay

Ernest Miller

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Joy Street.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Joy Street

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Joy Street about?

Mimi, an unsophisticated American girl attending an exclusive Swiss boarding school, unexpectedly inherits a large fortune. Returning to the United States she quickly begins to live a wild and reckless life. Good-natured Joe attempts to set her straight, but she keeps right on living riotously. It takes Mimi a serious accident while joyriding to comes to her senses and realize she is ready for a more settled existence.

Who directed Joy Street?

Joy Street was directed by Raymond Cannon.

Who stars in Joy Street?

The principal cast of Joy Street includes Lois Moran, Nick Stuart, Rex Bell, Sally Phipps, Maria Alba.

When was Joy Street released and how long is it?

Joy Street was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.