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5.5 / 10(2 votes)IMDb19341h 7mUnited States of America

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.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

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

Director

William Nigh

Screenplay & Story

George Waggner, Jack Woodford

Producers

William T. Lackey

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Jack Woodford

Department Leadership Roster

William Nigh

William Nigh

Director

William T. Lackey

Producer

George Waggner

George Waggner

Screenplay

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".