Melody for Two
“"A royal musical battle between the King of Rhythm and the Queen of Hi-de-Ho... with no holds barred!"”
Synopsis
Tod Weaver finds his career on the skids and feels frustrated playing small-time venues. Tod is romantically tied to Gale Starr, an assistant conductor or singer who works in a top-notch club. Prompted by a helpful janitor named Exodus Johnson, Tod's band pivots to a fresh swing style featuring singer Lorna Wray. Tod's new sound skyrockets him to fame while Gale's career hits a rough patch, causing personal and romantic complications before a final reconciliation.
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James Melton
Tod Weaver
Patricia Ellis
Gale Starr
Marie Wilson
Camille Casey
Fred Keating
Remorse Rumson
Dick Purcell
Mel Lynch
Wini Shaw
Lorna Wray
Charley Foy
Scoop Trotter
Craig Reynolds
Bill Hallam
Bill Elliott
Walter Wilson
Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
Exodus Johnson
Eddie Kane
Alex Montrose
Gordon Hart
Mr. Woodruff
Harry Hayden
Mr. Armstrong
Billy O'Connor
Specialty Act
Donald O'Connor
Specialty Act
Jack O'Connor
Specialty Act
Glen Cavender
Green Hill Waiter
William B. Davidson
Mr. Hale
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Louis King
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Macaulay, Hugh Cummings, George Bricker, Luci Ward, Joseph K. Watson
- Original Title
- Melody for Two
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Louis King
Richard Macaulay, Hugh Cummings, George Bricker, Luci Ward, Joseph K. Watson
Arthur L. Todd
Jack Saper
Bryan Foy, Hal B. Wallis, Jack L. Warner
Department Leadership Roster
Louis King
Director
George Bricker
Writer
Luci Ward
Writer
Joseph K. Watson
Writer
Bryan Foy
Producer
Jack Saper
Editor
Arthur L. Todd
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Melody for Two
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What is Melody for Two about?
Tod Weaver finds his career on the skids and feels frustrated playing small-time venues. Tod is romantically tied to Gale Starr, an assistant conductor or singer who works in a top-notch club. Prompted by a helpful janitor named Exodus Johnson, Tod's band pivots to a fresh swing style featuring singer Lorna Wray. Tod's new sound skyrockets him to fame while Gale's career hits a rough patch, causing personal and romantic complications before a final reconciliation.
Who directed Melody for Two?
Melody for Two was directed by Louis King.
Who stars in Melody for Two?
The principal cast of Melody for Two includes James Melton, Patricia Ellis, Marie Wilson, Fred Keating, Dick Purcell.
When was Melody for Two released and how long is it?
Melody for Two was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.