High Stakes
Synopsis
High Stakes is a 1931 American Pre-Code comedy drama produced and released by RKO Pictures. The picture was directed by Lowell Sherman who also stars and marks the last starring screen appearance of silent screen diva Mae Murray. It is based on a 1924 Broadway play that starred Sherman playing the same role he plays in this film.
Top Cast
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Lowell Sherman
Joe Lennon
Mae Murray
Dolly Jordan Lennon
Karen Morley
Anne Cornwall
Edward Martindel
Richard Lennon
Leyland Hodgson
Louis Winkler (aka Louis DeSalta)
Ethel Levey
Mrs. Leonore Gregory
Alan Roscoe
Judge Hennessey
Maude Turner Gordon
Mrs. Hennessey
Charles Coleman
Murray
Phillips Smalley
Mr. Gregory
Frank Mills
Barfly (uncredited)
Alexander Pollard
Servant (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 18, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lowell Sherman
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Walter Ruben
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- High Stakes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lowell Sherman
J. Walter Ruben
Max Steiner
J. Roy Hunt
Charles L. Kimball
William LeBaron
Department Leadership Roster
Charles L. Kimball
Editor
Lowell Sherman
Director
J. Walter Ruben
Writer
Max Rée
Costume Design
William LeBaron
Producer
J. Roy Hunt
Director of Photography
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About High Stakes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is High Stakes about?
High Stakes is a 1931 American Pre-Code comedy drama produced and released by RKO Pictures. The picture was directed by Lowell Sherman who also stars and marks the last starring screen appearance of silent screen diva Mae Murray. It is based on a 1924 Broadway play that starred Sherman playing the same role he plays in this film.
Who directed High Stakes?
High Stakes was directed by Lowell Sherman.
Who stars in High Stakes?
The principal cast of High Stakes includes Lowell Sherman, Mae Murray, Karen Morley, Edward Martindel, Leyland Hodgson.
When was High Stakes released and how long is it?
High Stakes was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for High Stakes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for High Stakes was composed by Max Steiner.