The Life of the Party
“The greatest comedy cast ever assembled for one picture!”
Synopsis
A singer finds another heir (Gene Raymond) to marry, to avoid the one (Joe Penner) her mother found.
Top Cast
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Joe Penner
Joe Penner
Gene Raymond
Barry Saunders
Harry Parke
Parky
Harriet Nelson
Mitzi Martos
Victor Moore
Oliver Goodwin
Helen Broderick
Pauline
Billy Gilbert
Dr. Molnac
Ann Miller
Betty
Richard Lane
Hotel Manager
Franklin Pangborn
Beggs
Margaret Dumont
Mrs. Penner
Ann Shoemaker
Countess Martos
Betty Jane Rhodes
Susan
George Irving
Mr. Van Tuyl
Winifred Harris
Mrs. Van Tuyl
Charles Judels
Maitre d'Hotel
Carol Adams
Dancer
Ben Alexander
Orchestra Leader
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 3, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William A. Seiter
- Screenplay & Story
- Bert Kalmar, Viola Brothers Shore, Harry Ruby
- Original Title
- The Life of the Party
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William A. Seiter
Bert Kalmar, Viola Brothers Shore, Harry Ruby
J. Roy Hunt
Department Leadership Roster
William A. Seiter
Director
Bert Kalmar
Screenplay
Viola Brothers Shore
Screenplay
Harry Ruby
Screenplay
J. Roy Hunt
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Life of the Party
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Life of the Party about?
A singer finds another heir (Gene Raymond) to marry, to avoid the one (Joe Penner) her mother found.
Who directed The Life of the Party?
The Life of the Party was directed by William A. Seiter.
Who stars in The Life of the Party?
The principal cast of The Life of the Party includes Joe Penner, Gene Raymond, Harry Parke, Harriet Nelson, Victor Moore.
When was The Life of the Party released and how long is it?
The Life of the Party was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.