Half Marriage
Synopsis
A young couple marries in secret. Judy's afraid her parents won't approve of Dick and she'll lose her generous allowance. Her parents bring her home from the city where she's been studying art and encourage the attentions of Tom, a persistent suitor. Judy and her jealous husband have an argument that leads her back to the city, a drunken, amorous Tom and a tragedy.
Top Cast
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Olive Borden
Judy Paige
Morgan Farley
Dickie Carroll
Ken Murray
Charles Turner
Ann Greenway
Ann Turner
Anderson Lawler
Tom Stribbling
Sally Blane
Sally
Hedda Hopper
Mrs. Page
Richard Tucker
Mr. Page
Henry Armetta
Henry
James Eagles
Matty
Jack Trent
Rudy
G. Pat Collins
Detective Bob Mulhall
James Bradbury Jr.
Poverty
Randolph Scott
Night Club Patron
Will Stanton
Elevator Operator
Harvey Clark
Justice of the Peace
Martha Mattox
Wife of Justice of the Peace
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 13, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William J. Cowen
- Screenplay & Story
- Jane Murfin
- Original Title
- Half Marriage
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William J. Cowen
Jane Murfin, George Kibbe Turner
Archie Marshek
Simon Rowson, William LeBaron
Department Leadership Roster
William J. Cowen
Director
Jane Murfin
Screenplay
Archie Marshek
Editor
Walter Plunkett
Costume Design
William LeBaron
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Half Marriage about?
A young couple marries in secret. Judy's afraid her parents won't approve of Dick and she'll lose her generous allowance. Her parents bring her home from the city where she's been studying art and encourage the attentions of Tom, a persistent suitor. Judy and her jealous husband have an argument that leads her back to the city, a drunken, amorous Tom and a tragedy.
Who directed Half Marriage?
Half Marriage was directed by William J. Cowen.
Who stars in Half Marriage?
The principal cast of Half Marriage includes Olive Borden, Morgan Farley, Ken Murray, Ann Greenway, Anderson Lawler.
When was Half Marriage released and how long is it?
Half Marriage was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.