Ladies of the Chorus
“A Front-Row View Of The Burlesque World!”
Synopsis
Former burlesque star May and her daughter Peggy dance in the chorus. When May has a fight with featured dancer Bubbles, Bubbles leaves the show and Peggy takes her place. When Peggy falls in love with wealthy Randy, May fears class differences may lead to misery.
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Adele Jergens
Mae Martin
Marilyn Monroe
Peggy Martin
Rand Brooks
Randy Carroll
Nana Bryant
Adele Carroll
Eddie Garr
Billy Mackay
Steven Geray
Salisbury
Robert E. True
Musician
Dave Barry
Ripple (uncredited)
Marjorie Hoshelle
Bubbles LaRue (uncredited)
Paul E. Burns
Mr. Craig (uncredited)
Bill Edwards
Alan Wakely (uncredited)
Frank J. Scannell
Joe (uncredited)
Gladys Blake
Flower Shop Girl (uncredited)
Chet Brandenburg
Audience Member (uncredited)
Eve Whitney
Chorus Girl (uncredited)
Judith Woodbury
Chorus Girl (uncredited)
Dorothy Tuttle
Chorus Girl (uncredited)
Almira Sessions
Party Guest (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 30, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phil Karlson
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Carole, Harry Sauber
- Original Score
- George Duning
- Original Title
- Ladies of the Chorus
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phil Karlson
Joseph Carole, Harry Sauber
George Duning
Frank Redman
Richard Fantl
Harry A. Romm
Department Leadership Roster
Phil Karlson
Director
George Duning
Original Music Composer
Richard Fantl
Editor
Joseph Carole
Screenplay
Harry Sauber
Screenplay
Harry A. Romm
Producer
Frank Redman
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ladies of the Chorus
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What is Ladies of the Chorus about?
Former burlesque star May and her daughter Peggy dance in the chorus. When May has a fight with featured dancer Bubbles, Bubbles leaves the show and Peggy takes her place. When Peggy falls in love with wealthy Randy, May fears class differences may lead to misery.
Who directed Ladies of the Chorus?
Ladies of the Chorus was directed by Phil Karlson.
Who stars in Ladies of the Chorus?
The principal cast of Ladies of the Chorus includes Adele Jergens, Marilyn Monroe, Rand Brooks, Nana Bryant, Eddie Garr.
When was Ladies of the Chorus released and how long is it?
Ladies of the Chorus was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Ladies of the Chorus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ladies of the Chorus was composed by George Duning.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ladies of the Chorus?
Ladies of the Chorus holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).