

White Shoulders
Synopsis
In this drama, an impoverished young woman meets a millionaire who marries her on the spot and then begins pampering her with jewels and furs. When not attending to her every need, the business magnate works his mines so he can buy her some more. While he is gone, a gigolo makes advances upon her.
Top Cast
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May 17, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Melville W. Brown
- Screenplay & Story
- Jane Murfin, J. Walter Ruben
- Original Title
- White Shoulders
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Melville W. Brown
Jane Murfin, J. Walter Ruben, Rex Beach
Jack MacKenzie
Henry Hobart
Department Leadership Roster
Jane Murfin
Screenplay
J. Walter Ruben
Screenplay
Melville W. Brown
Director
Henry Hobart
Producer
Jack MacKenzie
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About White Shoulders
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is White Shoulders about?
In this drama, an impoverished young woman meets a millionaire who marries her on the spot and then begins pampering her with jewels and furs. When not attending to her every need, the business magnate works his mines so he can buy her some more. While he is gone, a gigolo makes advances upon her.
Who directed White Shoulders?
White Shoulders was directed by Melville W. Brown.
Who stars in White Shoulders?
The principal cast of White Shoulders includes Mary Astor, Jack Holt, Ricardo Cortez, Sidney Toler, Kitty Kelly.
When was White Shoulders released and how long is it?
White Shoulders was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
