Strangers May Kiss
“Another Great Role - Another Blazing Triumph for the Winner of the 1930 Best Performance Award”
Synopsis
After years of fighting off the advances of her old flame Steve, Lisbeth settles into a steamy, casual romance with journalist Alan. Against the advice of her happily married aunt Celia -- who encourages her to demand a serious commitment -- Lisbeth continues to see Alan, even after she hears he may have a wife in France. When Alan's work sends him abroad, a lovesick Lisbeth struggles to understand her feelings.
Top Cast
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Norma Shearer
Lisbeth Corbin
Robert Montgomery
Steve
Neil Hamilton
Alan Harlow
Marjorie Rambeau
Geneva
Irene Rich
Celia
Hale Hamilton
Andrew
Albert Conti
De Bazan
Jed Prouty
Harry
George Davis
Waiter
Henry Armetta
Waiter
André Cheron
Headwaiter
Bess Flowers
Diner
Wilbur Mack
Diner with Andrew
Karen Morley
Dining Companion
Sandra Morgan
Dining Companion
Kane Richmond
1st Admirer
Edward Nugent
2nd Admirer
Ray Milland
3rd Admirer
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Fitzmaurice
- Screenplay & Story
- Ursula Parrott, John Meehan
- Original Title
- Strangers May Kiss
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Fitzmaurice
Ursula Parrott, John Meehan
William H. Daniels
Hugh Wynn
George Fitzmaurice
Department Leadership Roster
George Fitzmaurice
Director
Hugh Wynn
Editor
Adrian
Costume Design
William H. Daniels
Director of Photography
George Fitzmaurice
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Strangers May Kiss
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What is Strangers May Kiss about?
After years of fighting off the advances of her old flame Steve, Lisbeth settles into a steamy, casual romance with journalist Alan. Against the advice of her happily married aunt Celia -- who encourages her to demand a serious commitment -- Lisbeth continues to see Alan, even after she hears he may have a wife in France. When Alan's work sends him abroad, a lovesick Lisbeth struggles to understand her feelings.
Who directed Strangers May Kiss?
Strangers May Kiss was directed by George Fitzmaurice.
Who stars in Strangers May Kiss?
The principal cast of Strangers May Kiss includes Norma Shearer, Robert Montgomery, Neil Hamilton, Marjorie Rambeau, Irene Rich.
When was Strangers May Kiss released and how long is it?
Strangers May Kiss was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Is Strangers May Kiss based on a book or true story?
Strangers May Kiss is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ursula Parrott".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Strangers May Kiss?
Strangers May Kiss holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).