The Reckless Hour
“Her Love Lived an Hour- Her Penalty Lasted a Life Time!”
Synopsis
Seduced and abandoned, with child, by a charming cad, a former New York fashion model learns to detest the male race in general until befriended by a warm-hearted artist-type who shows her that life -- and men -- ain't so bad in this early talkie drama.
Top Cast
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Dorothy Mackaill
Margaret 'Margie' Nichols
Conrad Nagel
Edward 'Eddie' Adams
H.B. Warner
Walter Nichols
Joan Blondell
Myrtle Nichols
Walter Byron
Allen Crane
Joe Donahue
Harry Gleason
Dorothy Peterson
Mrs. Susie Jennison
Helen Ware
Harriett Nichols
Billy House
Seymour Jennison
Claude King
Howard Crane
James T. Mack
Crane's Butler (uncredited)
Mae Madison
Rita (uncredited)
Ivan F. Simpson
Stevens - Adams' Butler (uncredited)
Robert Allen
Hal - Allen's Friend (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 15, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Francis Dillon
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Richman, Florence Ryerson
- Original Title
- The Reckless Hour
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Francis Dillon
Arthur Richman, Florence Ryerson
James Van Trees
Harold Young
Department Leadership Roster
John Francis Dillon
Director
Arthur Richman
Writer
James Van Trees
Director of Photography
Harold Young
Editor
Earl Luick
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Reckless Hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Reckless Hour
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Reckless Hour about?
Seduced and abandoned, with child, by a charming cad, a former New York fashion model learns to detest the male race in general until befriended by a warm-hearted artist-type who shows her that life -- and men -- ain't so bad in this early talkie drama.
Who directed The Reckless Hour?
The Reckless Hour was directed by John Francis Dillon.
Who stars in The Reckless Hour?
The principal cast of The Reckless Hour includes Dorothy Mackaill, Conrad Nagel, H.B. Warner, Joan Blondell, Walter Byron.
When was The Reckless Hour released and how long is it?
The Reckless Hour was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.