Illegal
Synopsis
This is the story of a woman who kicks out her no-good second husband after he wastes all her money. Since gambling and drink had taken all her money, she decides to use the money from a windfall to open an illegal after hours night club and gambling parlor, in order to provide her two daughters with a high society education. Eventually she gets caught, and the daughters take over the night club and legitimize it. But the daughters have conflicts, and the no-good husband shows up to complicate matters.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 29, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William C. McGann
- Screenplay & Story
- Roland Pertwee
- Original Title
- Illegal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. First National
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William C. McGann
Roland Pertwee
John Rawlins
Department Leadership Roster
William C. McGann
Director
John Rawlins
Editor
Roland Pertwee
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What is Illegal about?
This is the story of a woman who kicks out her no-good second husband after he wastes all her money. Since gambling and drink had taken all her money, she decides to use the money from a windfall to open an illegal after hours night club and gambling parlor, in order to provide her two daughters with a high society education. Eventually she gets caught, and the daughters take over the night club and legitimize it. But the daughters have conflicts, and the no-good husband shows up to complicate matters.
Who directed Illegal?
Illegal was directed by William C. McGann.
Who stars in Illegal?
The principal cast of Illegal includes Isobel Elsom, Ivor Barnard, D.A. Clarke-Smith, Margot Grahame.
When was Illegal released and how long is it?
Illegal was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.