The King Steps Out
Synopsis
Princess is destined to marry the Emperor, until her sister steps in.
Top Cast
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Grace Moore
Princess Elizabeth / Cissy
Franchot Tone
Emperor Franz Josef
Walter Connolly
Maximilian, Duke of Bavaria
Raymond Walburn
Col. Von Kempen
Elisabeth Risdon
Grand Duchess Sofia
Nana Bryant
Louise
Victor Jory
Capt. Palfi
Frieda Inescort
Princess Helena
Thurston Hall
Major
Herman Bing
Pretzelberger
George Hassell
Herlicka
Johnny Arthur
Chief of the Secret Police
Gwen Verdon
Specialty Ballerina (uncredited)
Ada Mae Moore
Snake Charmer
Josephine McKim
Mermaid
Eve Southern
Gypsy Fortune Teller (uncredited)
Maria Riva
Girl Playing Violin (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 27, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Josef von Sternberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Sidney Buchman, Hubert Marischka, Gustav Holm, Ernst Decsey
- Original Score
- Fritz Kreisler
- Original Title
- The King Steps Out
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Josef von Sternberg
Sidney Buchman, Hubert Marischka, Gustav Holm, Ernst Decsey
Fritz Kreisler
Lucien Ballard
Viola Lawrence
Department Leadership Roster
Josef von Sternberg
Director
Sidney Buchman
Writer
Ernest Dryden
Costume Design
Viola Lawrence
Editor
Lucien Ballard
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The King Steps Out
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The King Steps Out about?
Princess is destined to marry the Emperor, until her sister steps in.
Who directed The King Steps Out?
The King Steps Out was directed by Josef von Sternberg.
Who stars in The King Steps Out?
The principal cast of The King Steps Out includes Grace Moore, Franchot Tone, Walter Connolly, Raymond Walburn, Elisabeth Risdon.
When was The King Steps Out released and how long is it?
The King Steps Out was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The King Steps Out?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The King Steps Out was composed by Fritz Kreisler.