The Hit Parade
“Republic's star-studded production. A cast of screen and radio headliners.”
Synopsis
Agent Pete Garland is fired by society singer Monica Barrett after he got her a new radio contract, because she thinks her lawyer friend Teddy Leeds fits in better with her social status. To get even, Pete wants to make an unknown singer into a star. He finds Ruth Allison, drives her hard through rehearsals and makes her a star. But she is worried about her past, something she hasn't told Pete: She's an ex-convict and jumped bail in order to keep her partners in crime out of it. Further she's in love with Pete, but feels that he's still carrying a torch for Monica. When Monica's popularity is decreasing, Pete is able to get Ruth a stint on the program, the result is Monica is fired and Ruth get her job, but Monica takes revenge by revealing Ruth's past. Ruth considers it is best for her to disappear before being arrested, but she has become a star in public opinion. Will she get Pete or will she go to prison again?
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Frances Langford
Ruth Allison
Phil Regan
Pete Garland
Max Terhune
Rusty Callahan
Edward Brophy
Mulrooney
Louise Henry
Monica Barrett
Pert Kelton
Eadie White
Pierre Watkin
J. B. Hawley
J. Farrell MacDonald
Sgt. O'Hara
Monroe Owsley
Teddy Leeds
Inez Courtney
Tillie
William Demarest
Parole Officer
George Givot
Herman
Sammy White
Dancer
Paul 'Mousie' Garner
Member, The Gentle Maniacs
Sam Wolfe
Member, The Gentle Maniacs
Richard Hakins
Member, The Gentle Maniacs
Duke Ellington
Duke Ellington
Eddy Duchin
Eddy Duchin
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 26, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gus Meins
- Screenplay & Story
- Bradford Ropes, Samuel Ornitz
- Original Title
- The Hit Parade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gus Meins
Bradford Ropes, Samuel Ornitz
Department Leadership Roster
Gus Meins
Director
Bradford Ropes
Screenplay
Samuel Ornitz
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Hit Parade
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What is The Hit Parade about?
Agent Pete Garland is fired by society singer Monica Barrett after he got her a new radio contract, because she thinks her lawyer friend Teddy Leeds fits in better with her social status. To get even, Pete wants to make an unknown singer into a star. He finds Ruth Allison, drives her hard through rehearsals and makes her a star. But she is worried about her past, something she hasn't told Pete: She's an ex-convict and jumped bail in order to keep her partners in crime out of it. Further she's in love with Pete, but feels that he's still carrying a torch for Monica. When Monica's popularity is decreasing, Pete is able to get Ruth a stint on the program, the result is Monica is fired and Ruth get her job, but Monica takes revenge by revealing Ruth's past. Ruth considers it is best for her to disappear before being arrested, but she has become a star in public opinion. Will she get Pete or will she go to prison again?
Who directed The Hit Parade?
The Hit Parade was directed by Gus Meins.
Who stars in The Hit Parade?
The principal cast of The Hit Parade includes Frances Langford, Phil Regan, Max Terhune, Edward Brophy, Louise Henry.
When was The Hit Parade released and how long is it?
The Hit Parade was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hit Parade?
The Hit Parade holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).