The Silver Cord
“The question that agitates a million women!”
Synopsis
A domineering matriarch is less than happy when her son brings home his new bride. She immediately sets to work at sabotaging their marriage as well as the engagement of her younger and weaker son.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 5, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Cromwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Jane Murfin
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- The Silver Cord
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Cromwell
Jane Murfin, Sidney Howard
Max Steiner
Charles Rosher
George Nichols Jr.
Merian C. Cooper, Pandro S. Berman
Department Leadership Roster
John Cromwell
Director
Jane Murfin
Screenplay
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
Charles Rosher
Director of Photography
Pandro S. Berman
Producer
George Nichols Jr.
Editor
Walter Plunkett
Costume Design
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Silver Cord
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Silver Cord about?
A domineering matriarch is less than happy when her son brings home his new bride. She immediately sets to work at sabotaging their marriage as well as the engagement of her younger and weaker son.
Who directed The Silver Cord?
The Silver Cord was directed by John Cromwell.
Who stars in The Silver Cord?
The principal cast of The Silver Cord includes Irene Dunne, Joel McCrea, Laura Hope Crews, Eric Linden, Frances Dee.
When was The Silver Cord released and how long is it?
The Silver Cord was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for The Silver Cord?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Silver Cord was composed by Max Steiner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Silver Cord?
The Silver Cord holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).