Viennese Nights
Synopsis
In 1890, Gus Sascher joins the Austrian Army and romances the impoverished girl Elsa Hofner. Her father, meanwhile, in an attempt at social climbing, pushes her towards wealthy officer, Franz von Renner.
Top Cast
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Vivienne Segal
Elsa Hofner
Alexander Gray
Otto Stirner
Jean Hersholt
Herr Hofner, Elsa's Father
Walter Pidgeon
Franz von Renner
Louise Fazenda
Gretl Kruger
Bert Roach
Gus Sascher
Alice Day
Barbara, Elsa's Granddaughter
Philipp Lothar Mayring
Baron von Renner, Franz' Father
June Purcell
Mary, a Singer on the Stage
Milt Douglas
Bill Jones, a Stage Performer
Bela Lugosi
Count von Ratz--Hungarian Ambassador
Mary Treen
Shocked Woman on Street (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 25, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Crosland
- Screenplay & Story
- Oscar Hammerstein II
- Original Title
- Viennese Nights
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Crosland
Oscar Hammerstein II
James Van Trees
Harold McLernon
Department Leadership Roster
Harold McLernon
Editor
Oscar Hammerstein II
Writer
Alan Crosland
Director
James Van Trees
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Viennese Nights
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What is Viennese Nights about?
In 1890, Gus Sascher joins the Austrian Army and romances the impoverished girl Elsa Hofner. Her father, meanwhile, in an attempt at social climbing, pushes her towards wealthy officer, Franz von Renner.
Who directed Viennese Nights?
Viennese Nights was directed by Alan Crosland.
Who stars in Viennese Nights?
The principal cast of Viennese Nights includes Vivienne Segal, Alexander Gray, Jean Hersholt, Walter Pidgeon, Louise Fazenda.
When was Viennese Nights released and how long is it?
Viennese Nights was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.