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6.0 / 10(5 votes)IMDbNR19301h 10mUnited States of America

The Woman Racket

“THE ROMANCE OF A NIGHT-HOSTESS!”

Synopsis

During a raid, a cop lets a pretty speakeasy employee escape and later begins dating her. Although she loves him, his salary and dull life leave her wanting.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 24, 1930

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Robert Ober, Albert H. Kelley, Paul Bern
Original Score
William Axt
Original Title
The Woman Racket
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English, Yiddish
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Robert Ober, Albert H. Kelley, Paul Bern

Original Score & Music

William Axt

Director of Photography

J. Peverell Marley

Film Editing

Anton Stevenson, Basil Wrangell

Department Leadership Roster

Robert Ober

Robert Ober

Director

Albert H. Kelley

Director

Paul Bern

Director

Anton Stevenson

Editor

Basil Wrangell

Editor

J. Peverell Marley

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Woman Racket.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Woman Racket

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

What is The Woman Racket about?

During a raid, a cop lets a pretty speakeasy employee escape and later begins dating her. Although she loves him, his salary and dull life leave her wanting.

Who directed The Woman Racket?

The Woman Racket was directed by Robert Ober, Albert H. Kelley, Paul Bern.

Who stars in The Woman Racket?

The principal cast of The Woman Racket includes Tom Moore, Blanche Sweet, Sally Starr, Robert Agnew, John Miljan.

When was The Woman Racket released and how long is it?

The Woman Racket was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.

Who composed the musical score for The Woman Racket?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Woman Racket was composed by William Axt.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Woman Racket?

The Woman Racket holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).