The Smart Set
“WILLIAM HAINES IN A PICTURE THAT LIFTS THE LID ON THE DOINGS OF THE GAY, GIDDY YOUNGER SOCIETY CROWD”
Synopsis
A cocky, arrogant young playboy is expelled from his American polo team shortly before the big match with England.
Top Cast
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William Haines
Tommy Van Buren
Alice Day
Polly Durant
Jack Holt
Nelson
Hobart Bosworth
Durant
Coy Watson Jr.
Sammy
Constance Howard
Cynthia
Paul Nicholson
Mr. Van Buren
Julia Swayne Gordon
Mrs. Van Buren
Allan Cavan
Host at Red Lantern Inn
Harry Gribbon
Tommy's Valet
Herbert Prior
Beleaguered Diner
Scott Seaton
Minor Role
Harry Tenbrook
Tommy's Chauffeur
Ellinor Vanderveer
Party Guest
Blue Washington
Polo Fan
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City
Festival / Special Debut
March 24, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Conway
- Screenplay & Story
- Byron Morgan, Ann Price
- Original Title
- The Smart Set
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Conway
Byron Morgan, Ann Price
Oliver T. Marsh
Sam Zimbalist
Jack Conway
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Conway
Director
Oliver T. Marsh
Director of Photography
Jack Conway
Producer
Sam Zimbalist
Editor
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 Smart Set
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Smart Set about?
A cocky, arrogant young playboy is expelled from his American polo team shortly before the big match with England.
Who directed The Smart Set?
The Smart Set was directed by Jack Conway.
Who stars in The Smart Set?
The principal cast of The Smart Set includes William Haines, Alice Day, Jack Holt, Hobart Bosworth, Coy Watson Jr..
When was The Smart Set released and how long is it?
The Smart Set was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Smart Set?
The Smart Set holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).