

City Limits
Synopsis
The wealthy president of a big railroad, who's beginning to crumble under the combined pressure of business, personal and physical problems, meets up with a pair of hoboes from whom he starts to learn how to really enjoy life in ways he never knew were possible.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Frank Craven
John B. Matthews
Ray Walker
Jimmy Dugan
Sally Blane
Helen Matthews
Claude Gillingwater
Tom Oliver
James Burke
King, a Hobo
Jimmy Conlin
Napoleon, Second Hobo
Jane Keckley
Aunt Martha
Fern Emmett
Mrs. Benton
Harry C. Bradley
Dr. Stafford
Henry Roquemore
Jimmy Macy, City Editor
George 'Gabby' Hayes
Charlie Carter
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 14, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Nigh
- Screenplay & Story
- George Waggner
- Original Title
- City Limits
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures, W.T. Lackey Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Nigh
George Waggner, Jack Woodford
William T. Lackey
Department Leadership Roster
William Nigh
Director
William T. Lackey
Producer
George Waggner
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for City Limits.
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Frequently Asked Questions About City Limits
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is City Limits about?
The wealthy president of a big railroad, who's beginning to crumble under the combined pressure of business, personal and physical problems, meets up with a pair of hoboes from whom he starts to learn how to really enjoy life in ways he never knew were possible.
Who directed City Limits?
City Limits was directed by William Nigh.
Who stars in City Limits?
The principal cast of City Limits includes Frank Craven, Ray Walker, Sally Blane, Claude Gillingwater, James Burke.
When was City Limits released and how long is it?
City Limits was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.
Is City Limits based on a book or true story?
City Limits is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jack Woodford".




















