The Millionaire
“His First Modern Role-As a sly promoter of Young Romance-In the Most Sparkling, Most Human Drama You Yet Have seen”
Synopsis
A millionaire automaker retires upon the advice of his doctor, but becomes so bored he buys half interest in a gas station and works it on the sly.
Top Cast
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George Arliss
James Alden
Florence Arliss
Mrs. Laura Alden
David Manners
Bill Merrick
Evalyn Knapp
Barbara Alden
James Cagney
Schofield
Bramwell Fletcher
Carter Andrews
Noah Beery
Peterson
Ivan F. Simpson
Davis
J. C. Nugent
Dr. Harvey
Sam Hardy
McCoy
J. Farrell MacDonald
Dan Lewis
Charley Grapewin
Ed Powers
Charles E. Evans
The Gardener
Tully Marshall
Briggs
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John G. Adolfi
- Screenplay & Story
- Maude T. Howell
- Original Title
- The Millionaire
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John G. Adolfi
Maude T. Howell
Department Leadership Roster
John G. Adolfi
Director
Maude T. Howell
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 The Millionaire
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What is The Millionaire about?
A millionaire automaker retires upon the advice of his doctor, but becomes so bored he buys half interest in a gas station and works it on the sly.
Who directed The Millionaire?
The Millionaire was directed by John G. Adolfi.
Who stars in The Millionaire?
The principal cast of The Millionaire includes George Arliss, Florence Arliss, David Manners, Evalyn Knapp, James Cagney.
When was The Millionaire released and how long is it?
The Millionaire was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Millionaire?
The Millionaire holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).