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10.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDbNR19281h 25mUnited States of America

Tenderloin

“Mile-a-Minute Melodrama of New York Night Life”

Synopsis

Rose Shannon, a dancing girl at "Kelly's," in the 'Tenderloin' district of New York City, worships at a distance Chuck White, a younger member of the gang that uses the place as their hangout. Chuck's interest in her is only just as another toy to play with. Rose is unknowingly placed in a position in which she is implicated in a crime which she knows nothing about.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 14, 1928

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Michael Curtiz
Screenplay & Story
Joseph Jackson, Edward T. Lowe Jr.
Original Title
Tenderloin
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 25m
Production Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Curtiz

Screenplay & Story

Joseph Jackson, Edward T. Lowe Jr., Darryl F. Zanuck

Director of Photography

Hal Mohr

Film Editing

Ralph Dawson

Producers

Darryl F. Zanuck

Department Leadership Roster

Michael Curtiz

Michael Curtiz

Director

Joseph Jackson

Screenplay

Edward T. Lowe Jr.

Screenplay

Darryl F. Zanuck

Darryl F. Zanuck

Producer

Ralph Dawson

Editor

Hal Mohr

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Tenderloin.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tenderloin

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Tenderloin about?

Rose Shannon, a dancing girl at "Kelly's," in the 'Tenderloin' district of New York City, worships at a distance Chuck White, a younger member of the gang that uses the place as their hangout. Chuck's interest in her is only just as another toy to play with. Rose is unknowingly placed in a position in which she is implicated in a crime which she knows nothing about.

Who directed Tenderloin?

Tenderloin was directed by Michael Curtiz.

Who stars in Tenderloin?

The principal cast of Tenderloin includes Dolores Costello, Conrad Nagel, Mitchell Lewis, George E. Stone, Pat Hartigan.

When was Tenderloin released and how long is it?

Tenderloin was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Tenderloin?

Tenderloin holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).