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Greta Garbo
Yvonne Valbret
Robert Montgomery
André Montell
Lewis Stone
Raymond Delval
Marjorie Rambeau
Lulu
Judith Vosselli
Odette
Beryl Mercer
Marthe, Yvonne's Maid
John Miljan
Henry Coutant, the Sculptor
Edwin Maxwell
Uncle Julian Montell
Oscar Apfel
M. Vignaud
Joan Marsh
Madelaine Dorety
Zelda Sears
Aunt Pauline
Karen Morley
Liane Latour
Gwen Lee
Gaby
Paul McAllister
Jouvet
Arthur Hoyt
Gavarni
Richard Tucker
Galand
Clara Blandick
Madeleine's Mother (uncredited)
Sidney Bracey
Waiter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 31, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clarence Brown
- Screenplay & Story
- Gene Markey
- Original Score
- William Axt
- Original Title
- Inspiration
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clarence Brown
Gene Markey
William Axt
William H. Daniels
Conrad A. Nervig
Clarence Brown, Irving Thalberg
Department Leadership Roster
Clarence Brown
Director
Clarence Brown
Producer
Conrad A. Nervig
Editor
Adrian
Costume Design
Gene Markey
Writer
William H. Daniels
Director of Photography
Irving Thalberg
Producer
William Axt
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Inspiration.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Inspiration
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Inspiration about?
Yvonne is a beautiful model who loves frequenting the Parisian bohemian life, because she loves hobnobbing with artists.
Who directed Inspiration?
Inspiration was directed by Clarence Brown.
Who stars in Inspiration?
The principal cast of Inspiration includes Greta Garbo, Robert Montgomery, Lewis Stone, Marjorie Rambeau, Judith Vosselli.
When was Inspiration released and how long is it?
Inspiration was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Inspiration?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Inspiration was composed by William Axt.