Libeled Lady
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Synopsis
When a major newspaper accuses wealthy socialite Connie Allenbury of being a home-wrecker, and she files a multi-million-dollar libel lawsuit, the publication's frazzled head editor, Warren Haggerty, must find a way to turn the tables on her. Soon Haggerty's harried fiancée, Gladys Benton, and his dashing friend Bill Chandler are in on a scheme that aims to discredit Connie, with amusing and unexpected results.
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Top Cast
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Jean Harlow
Gladys
William Powell
Bill Chandler
Myrna Loy
Connie Allenbury
Spencer Tracy
Haggerty
Walter Connolly
Mr. Allenbury
Charley Grapewin
Mr. Bane
Cora Witherspoon
Mrs. Burns-Norvell
E. E. Clive
Fishing Instructor
Bunny Beatty
Babs
Otto Yamaoka
Ching
Charles Trowbridge
Graham
Spencer Charters
Magistrate
George Chandler
Bell Hop
William Benedict
Johnny
Hal K. Dawson
Harvey Allen
William Newell
Divorce Detective
Hattie McDaniel
Scrubwoman in Grand Plaza Hall (uncredited)
George Davis
Waiter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 9, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Conway
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard Emmett Rogers, Maurine Dallas Watkins, George Oppenheimer
- Original Score
- William Axt
- Original Title
- Libeled Lady
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Conway
Howard Emmett Rogers, Maurine Dallas Watkins, George Oppenheimer, Wallace Sullivan
William Axt
Norbert Brodine
Fredrick Y. Smith
Lawrence Weingarten
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Conway
Director
Howard Emmett Rogers
Screenplay
Maurine Dallas Watkins
Screenplay
George Oppenheimer
Screenplay
Fredrick Y. Smith
Editor
Lawrence Weingarten
Producer
Norbert Brodine
Director of Photography
William Axt
Original Music Composer
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 Libeled Lady
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What is Libeled Lady about?
When a major newspaper accuses wealthy socialite Connie Allenbury of being a home-wrecker, and she files a multi-million-dollar libel lawsuit, the publication's frazzled head editor, Warren Haggerty, must find a way to turn the tables on her. Soon Haggerty's harried fiancée, Gladys Benton, and his dashing friend Bill Chandler are in on a scheme that aims to discredit Connie, with amusing and unexpected results.
Who directed Libeled Lady?
Libeled Lady was directed by Jack Conway.
Who stars in Libeled Lady?
The principal cast of Libeled Lady includes Jean Harlow, William Powell, Myrna Loy, Spencer Tracy, Walter Connolly.
When was Libeled Lady released and how long is it?
Libeled Lady was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Libeled Lady?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Libeled Lady was composed by William Axt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Libeled Lady?
Libeled Lady holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).