Top Cast
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Kay Francis
Elsie Maury
Paul Cavanagh
Robert Maury
Ricardo Cortez
Don Arturo de Borgus
Nance O'Neil
Honora 'Nora' Maury
Doris Lloyd
Paula Vrain
John St. Polis
Serafin, Arturo's Butler
Ruth Weston
Viscountess de Longueval
Adrienne D'Ambricourt
Julie
Alphonse De Cruz
Don Arturo's Manservant
Alphonse Ethier
Maria's Father
Chris-Pin Martin
Eduardo
Wilfred Noy
Taylor
Rolfe Sedan
Beauty Salon Manager
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City
Festival / Special Debut
June 27, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herbert Brenon
- Screenplay & Story
- Elizabeth Meehan, Kate Jordan
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- Transgression
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herbert Brenon
Elizabeth Meehan, Kate Jordan
Max Steiner
Leo Tover
Arthur Roberts
William LeBaron, Herbert Brenon
Department Leadership Roster
Herbert Brenon
Director
Max Rée
Costume Design
William LeBaron
Producer
Herbert Brenon
Producer
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
Leo Tover
Director of Photography
Arthur Roberts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Transgression
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Transgression about?
When British mining engineer Robert Maury is sent to India on an extended business trip, his wife Elsie finds romance with a Spanish playboy.
Who directed Transgression?
Transgression was directed by Herbert Brenon.
Who stars in Transgression?
The principal cast of Transgression includes Kay Francis, Paul Cavanagh, Ricardo Cortez, Nance O'Neil, Doris Lloyd.
When was Transgression released and how long is it?
Transgression was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Transgression?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Transgression was composed by Max Steiner.
Is Transgression based on a book or true story?
Transgression is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Kate Jordan".