His Double Life
“HE'S NOT HIMSELF! ...Even his bride thinks he's two other fellows...!”
Synopsis
Priam Farrel is a celebrated artist but a social recluse. When his valet dies of a sudden illness, a mix-up leads to the body being identified as Farrel's. The timid artist then assumes the identity of his former servant, but finds himself faced with constant dilemmas as a result.
Top Cast
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Roland Young
Priam Farrel
Lillian Gish
Alice Chalice
Montagu Love
Duncan Farrel
Lumsden Hare
Oxford
Lucy Beaumont
Mrs. Leek
Charles Richman
Witt
Oliver Smith
Leek Twin - John
Philip Tonge
Leek Twin - Henry
Audrey Ridgewell
Lady Helen
Regina DeValet
Mary
Charles Halton
Newsman on Phone (uncredited)
Roland Hogue
Henry Leek (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 14, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Hopkins
- Screenplay & Story
- Clara Beranger, Arthur Hopkins
- Original Score
- John Rochetti
- Original Title
- His Double Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Eddie Dowling Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Hopkins
Clara Beranger, Arthur Hopkins, Arnold Bennett
John Rochetti
Arthur Edeson
Eddie Dowling, Arthur Hopkins
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Hopkins
Director
Eddie Dowling
Producer
Arthur Hopkins
Producer
John Rochetti
Original Music Composer
Arthur Edeson
Director of Photography
Clara Beranger
Screenplay
Arthur Hopkins
Screenplay
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 His Double Life
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What is His Double Life about?
Priam Farrel is a celebrated artist but a social recluse. When his valet dies of a sudden illness, a mix-up leads to the body being identified as Farrel's. The timid artist then assumes the identity of his former servant, but finds himself faced with constant dilemmas as a result.
Who directed His Double Life?
His Double Life was directed by Arthur Hopkins.
Who stars in His Double Life?
The principal cast of His Double Life includes Roland Young, Lillian Gish, Montagu Love, Lumsden Hare, Lucy Beaumont.
When was His Double Life released and how long is it?
His Double Life was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for His Double Life?
The original motion picture soundtrack for His Double Life was composed by John Rochetti.
Is His Double Life based on a book or true story?
His Double Life is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Arnold Bennett".
What is the age rating and content advisory for His Double Life?
His Double Life holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).